Baked Cottage Cheese Egg Bread — Easy, Cheesy & Protein-Packed!
If you love simple recipes that require just a few ingredients but taste way better than expected, you have to try this baked cottage cheese egg recipe!
It’s one of those recipes that makes you wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. The combination of eggs and cottage cheese creates a soft, savory, satisfying texture, while garlic salt, oregano, and basil give it that delicious herby flavor.
It’s perfect for breakfast, a quick lunch, or even as a high-protein snack when you want something filling without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- Cooking spray or a little oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a small baking dish or loaf-style pan so the mixture doesn’t stick.
2. Combine the Eggs and Cottage Cheese
Add the 2 eggs and 1 cup of cottage cheese to a mixing bowl. Whisk or stir thoroughly until everything is well combined.
For a smoother texture, you can blend the eggs and cottage cheese until creamy. If you prefer a little more texture, simply mix them together with a fork or whisk.
3. Add the Seasonings
Add the garlic salt, black pepper, oregano, and basil. Mix everything together until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
You can also adjust the seasonings to your taste. A little extra garlic or Italian seasoning would be delicious!
4. Bake
Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Place it in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the center is completely set and the top is lightly golden.
5. Cool and Slice
Remove it from the oven and let it cool for several minutes before slicing. This gives it time to firm up and makes it easier to cut into neat pieces.
✨ Serving Ideas
This baked cottage cheese egg bread is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with:
- Scrambled eggs
- Turkey or chicken
- Avocado
- Cream cheese
- A little hot sauce
- Fresh herbs
- Your favorite dipping sauce
You can cut it into squares or slices and enjoy it warm or cold.
How to Store Leftovers
If you have leftovers, allow them to cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator.
Place a paper towel between the slices to help absorb excess moisture, then store them in an airtight container or sealed bag.
For food safety, refrigerate the leftovers rather than keeping them on the counter overnight.
When you’re ready to eat them, you can enjoy them cold or warm them briefly in the microwave or oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Only a handful of ingredients
✔️ Easy to prepare
✔️ High in protein
✔️ Savory and flavorful
✔️ Great for breakfast or snacking
✔️ Easy to customize with your favorite seasonings
✔️ Perfect for meal prep
Seriously… this is UNBELIEVABLE! Such a simple combination of eggs and cottage cheese turns into something so delicious and satisfying. Once you try it, you may want to keep this recipe on repeat!