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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Starbucks Copycat)

A stack of five golden brown, baked ham and cheese egg bites resting on a white plate.
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Make these easy, high-protein egg bites at home using cottage cheese for a fluffy texture. They are perfect for quick grab-and-go breakfasts and simple meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked mix-ins (e.g., chopped spinach, cooked bacon crumbles, or diced ham)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or silicone mold.
  2. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, about 30 seconds. This step is key for fluffy egg bites.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheese and your chosen mix-ins (like bacon or spinach) into the blended egg mixture. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the egg bites cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them.
  7. For meal prep, cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Notes

  • For a Starbucks copycat texture, use a blender to ensure the cottage cheese is fully incorporated and smooth.
  • If you prefer a different texture or are using an Instant Pot, you can cook these in a pressure cooker using a trivet and silicone molds for about 8 minutes on high pressure, followed by a natural pressure release for 5 minutes.
  • These keto egg bites are great with just cheese and bacon for a low carb breakfast.

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