Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
Looking for a rich and creamy breakfast bake that’s also secretly healthy? This protein-packed cottage cheese egg bake delivers velvety richness with every bite, while sneaking in veggies even picky eaters will love – perfect for fueling those busy mornings or entertaining over the holidays for an impressive brunch!
The simple preparation of this egg bake is one of the reasons I love it so much – just blend the eggs and cottage cheese with seasonings, fold in fresh veggies, top with cheese, and bake to golden perfection!
Keep it as a satisfying vegetarian dish or easily customize it with add-ins like crispy bacon, diced ham, shredded chicken, or savory sausage for extra heartiness. Even better? It freezes beautifully! Bake it ahead and reheat for stress-free holiday mornings or busy weekdays.
Whether you need a nutritious family breakfast or a crowd-pleasing brunch, this versatile bake is one to try, just like Amish Breakfast Casserole and Biscuit Breakfast Bake!
What is cottage cheese egg bake?
This egg bake with cottage cheese is a creamy, protein-packed breakfast casserole combining wholesome ingredients into one satisfying dish. It’s perfect for busy mornings or special brunches, featuring a velvety base of blended eggs and smooth cottage cheese, infused with aromatic Italian seasoning and garlic powder for depth of flavor. It’s then packed with fresh Roma tomatoes, vibrant spinach, and sweet red onion for an irresistible contrast of textures.
Once assembled, this egg bake is topped with cheese and then baked until puffed and beautifully bronzed, ready to be sliced into hearty portions alongside crispy bacon, breakfast sausage, fruit salad, and more!
It’s comforting and easy to whip up, sneaking in extra veggies for those picky eaters. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional egg bakes, this cottage cheese egg bake is the answer!
Ingredients needed to make cottage cheese egg casserole
- Eggs – Room-temperature eggs blend more smoothly into the cottage cheese mixture, creating a more uniform texture, but chilled eggs work fine too.
- Cottage cheese – I love the Good Culture cottage cheese brand, but feel free to use something else that you are familiar with. Smooth cottage cheese is best for a silky, lump-free egg mixture.
- Seasoning – The salt enhances the flavors of this dish, the garlic powder adds rich umami flavor, and the Italian seasoning adds aromatic, herbaceous depth. Use onion powder instead of garlic powder for a milder flavor.
- Spinach – For a healthy boost of greens sneakily hidden in this egg bake that even the pickiest eaters won’t fight against! Softened kale or zucchini (grated and squeezed dry) can be used instead.
- Roma tomatoes – These add vibrant freshness, subtle acidity, and juicy texture to this egg bake, balancing the rich eggs and cheese. Diced roasted red peppers are a delicious alternative or addition if you want smoky depth.
- Red onion – For a lovely touch of subtle sweetness and crunch. Shallots are great for a milder flavor.
- Chopped herbs – This is optional, but if you do want an added punch of herbaceous flavor, try parsley, dill, or basil.
- Marble cheese – A must if you want to create creamy richness, gooey texture, and subtle tang. Use grated or cubed Monterey and Colby Jack combined, or one or the other.
- Butter or cooking spray – To grease the baking pan for easy serving. Coconut oil or olive oil cooking spray are good dairy-free alternatives.
How do you make this cottage cheese egg bake?
Prep and preheat:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Blend the base:
- Combine the eggs, cottage cheese, and seasonings in a food processor or blender.
- Blend until completely smooth (about 30 seconds).
- Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl.
Add veggies and herbs
- Fold in the chopped vegetables and fresh herbs (if using) until evenly distributed.
Assemble
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, scraping the bowl with a spatula to get everything out.
- Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the top.
Bake
- Bake the assembled cottage cheese egg bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center springs back when lightly touched.
Serve:
- Let the egg bake cool for a bit before slicing. This helps the custard set for cleaner cuts.
Serving
This creamy, veggie-packed egg bake is the perfect addition to a festive brunch spread or hearty breakfast buffet. Pair it with crispy bacon or breakfast sausage alongside something special like this sweet-savory Vidalia Onion Casserole.
Fresh baked treats like Amish Cinnamon Bread adds a comforting texture to your meal, while my Best Ever Banana Bread brings a touch of homestyle sweetness to the table.
The bright and fresh elements of a fruit salad or Peach Waldorf Salad provide a refreshing contrast to the rich, cheesy bake.
For larger gatherings, create an impressive breakfast buffet by serving this high protein egg bake alongside other egg dishes – this Ham Breakfast Casserole or classic Amish Breakfast Casserole make excellent additions. Of course, this berry-studded Baked Berry French Toast adds gorgeous color and variety to the spread.
Sandy’s tips and substitutions:
- Storage: Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze individual portions (once fully cooled) for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven, covered with foil, to restore that freshly baked texture.
- Cheese substitutes: Use Pepper Jack for spice, Gouda for smokiness, or fontina for ultra-meltiness.
- Veggie add-ins: Get creative with your favorite vegetable add-ins, such as butternut squash, green peppers, or mushrooms.
- Meaty twist: Add chopped bacon, ham, shredded chicken, ground sausage, or ground beef for a meaty twist to this cottage cheese egg casserole.
- Kick of heat: Add in some paprika, cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes if you want a hint of heat in your egg bake.
- Crunchy toppings: A sprinkle of seasoned breadcrumbs, Ritz crackers, or saltines over the shredded cheese topping is great for a golden-brown finish and for a slight crunch.
- Check for doneness: Once baked, insert a toothpick into the center of the egg bake. It should return clean for the casserole to be cooked through.
- Rest to set: Like most egg-based dishes, this cottage cheese egg bake should cool for about 5-10 minutes before sliced to serve. This ensures that the egg custard sets enough for clean slicing and easy serving.
More breakfast bakes you may want to try:
- Ham Breakfast Casserole
- Biscuit Breakfast Bake
- Best Sausage Breakfast Casserole
- Pear Croissant Breakfast Casserole
- Baked Eggs with Asparagus
Get the Recipe:
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 16 oz. Cottage Cheese, 4% – we use Good Culture brand
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 cups chopped spinach, loosely packed, stems removed
- 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
- ¼ red onion, finely sliced
- Chopped herbs, optional, like parsley, dill, or basil
- 1 cup marble cheese, Monterey and Colby Jack combined, or one or the other – grated or cubes
- Butter or cooking spray for the pan
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Combine the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, garlic powder and Italian seasoning in a food processor or blender. Pour into a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the veggies and herbs, add them to the egg mixture and stir well until combined.
- Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray (or butter) and pour (scrape) the cottage cheese egg mixture.
- Sprinkle with the cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
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