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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Oven Meal Prep)

Three golden brown, savory egg bites topped with visible green herbs, resting on a white plate.
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Make these simple, high-protein egg bites in the oven for a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or keto snack. This recipe is a great copycat for Starbucks egg bites and is ideal for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
  • 1 cup egg whites
  • 4 large whole eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/4 cup cooked, crumbled bacon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or butter for muffin tin

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, egg whites, and whole eggs. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This step creates the fluffy texture.
  3. Pour the blended egg mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the shredded cheese, cooked bacon (if using), and chopped spinach (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Mix gently to combine the add-ins evenly.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them.
  7. For meal prep, store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.

Notes

  • For a true Starbucks copycat texture, ensure you blend the cottage cheese and eggs until very smooth.
  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a slightly different texture.
  • These egg bites are naturally low carb and fit well into a keto diet plan.
  • To make these sausage egg and cheese muffins, substitute the bacon with 1/2 cup of cooked, crumbled breakfast sausage.

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