Description
This Keto Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Recipe is creamy, fluffy, and packed with protein. Made with eggs, full-fat cottage cheese, and a touch of cheddar, it’s a simple low-carb breakfast that’s satisfying, flavorful, and easy to prepare for busy mornings or weekend brunch.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach or broccoli (optional)
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon or sausage (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil (for greasing the pan)
- Fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or olive oil.
- Whisk the eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until smooth and lightly frothy.
- Add the cottage cheese: Stir in the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, heavy cream (if using), and all seasonings. Mix until combined.
- Fold in add-ins: Gently fold in cooked bacon or sausage and any vegetables like spinach or broccoli. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour and bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is just set.
- Cool slightly: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
This bake stores beautifully! Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture. For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and load it with veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg