Description
The Baked Cottage Cheese Egg Casserole is a creamy, protein-rich dish combining fluffy eggs and tangy cottage cheese. Easy to prepare and versatile, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. With simple ingredients and endless customization options, this wholesome casserole delivers comforting flavor and satisfying texture in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat recommended)
- ½ cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk for low-carb)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach or fresh herbs (parsley, basil, dill, or chives)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Add-ins
- ½ cup chopped mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini
- Alternative cheese: mozzarella, feta, or goat cheese
- Red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños, for spice
- Cooked bacon, sausage, or ham (about ½ cup, chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Whisk Eggs and Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined and slightly frothy. This helps create a tender, fluffy texture throughout the casserole.
- Add Cottage Cheese and Seasonings: Mix in the cottage cheese along with salt, pepper, and any fresh herbs you’re using. Stir gently to preserve the cottage cheese’s curds for a creamy bake.
- Fold in Vegetables and Cheese: Gently fold in chopped spinach or other vegetables and shredded cheddar cheese, distributing everything evenly without overmixing.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still moist.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for richer flavor and creamier texture.
- Check the casserole a few minutes before the suggested baking time to avoid overbaking and drying out.
- Bring eggs and milk to room temperature before mixing for better texture.
- Mix gently to maintain the cottage cheese curds and preserve texture.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to set and make slicing easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg