Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Casserole Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Casserole is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Egg Mixture:
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- ½ cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Add-Ins:
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until fully blended. Stir in the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in optional add-ins like spinach and green onions if using.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 275mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Egg Bake, Egg Casserole, Breakfast Casserole, Brunch Recipe