Cottage Cheese Protein Spinach Feta Egg Bites
These savory egg bites are a convenient, satisfying option for busy mornings or easy meal prep. Their tender texture and bright flavor make every bite enjoyable.
Ingredients
- 6 Large Eggs
- 1 cup Liquid Egg Whites
- 1 1/2 cups Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
- 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
- 1 cup Chopped Baby Spinach
- 1/3 cup Chopped Roasted Red Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Equipment
- blender
- 12-cup muffin pan
- roasting pan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with olive oil.
- Blend the eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for 30 seconds, until smooth and lightly foamy.
- Divide the spinach, roasted red pepper, and feta among the muffin cups.
- Pour the blended egg mixture evenly into the cups, filling each one about three-quarters full.
- Place the muffin pan inside a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the muffin pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the egg bites are puffed and just set in the centers.
- Cool them in the pan for 10 minutes before removing and serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 9gFat: 5g