Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Print-Friendly Version)
Protein-rich bites blending eggs, cottage cheese, bacon, and cheese for a creamy, flavorful treat.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
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¾ cup cooked bacon bits
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7 large eggs
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1 cup cottage cheese
→ Cheese
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1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
→ Seasonings
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Others
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Cooking spray
# How to Make It:
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Set the oven temperature to 325°F.
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In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Incorporate the cooked bacon, cottage cheese, shredded Colby Jack, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
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Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Distribute the egg mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
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Place a pan filled with water on the lower oven rack to create steam during baking.
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Position the muffin pan on the upper rack and bake for 23 to 25 minutes until set.
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Insert a toothpick into the center of an egg bite; it should come out clean when fully cooked.
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Allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pan. Serve warm.
# Extra Tips:
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Using the water bath helps maintain moisture for tender, creamy egg bites.