Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs is a wholesome and easy breakfast option that combines creamy plant-based cheese, cottage cheese, and protein-rich eggs with savory smoked turkey bacon and fresh herbs. This baked dish offers a balanced, flavorful start to your day and can be customized with vegetables and spices for variety.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plant-based cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (plant-based)
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill), chopped
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Dice the smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces and finely chop the fresh herbs. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, plant-based cottage cheese, and plant-based shredded cheese until well blended. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and a splash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural).
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced smoked turkey bacon and cook until crispy, releasing smoky aromas and adding texture to the dish.
- Mix Everything Together: Fold the cooked turkey bacon and chopped herbs into the egg and cheese mixture. If using the natural gelling agent, add it now and gently stir to ensure everything is evenly combined without overmixing.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the dish, spreading it out to create a compact layer.
- Bake Until Set: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the eggs are fully set and the top is lightly golden. The dish will fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to achieve a fluffier texture.
- Gently fold ingredients to keep the dish light and not dense.
- Add some fresh herbs before baking and reserve some to sprinkle on top after baking for extra brightness.
- Cover loosely with foil if you want to prevent over-browning while baking.
- Tap the center gently to check doneness; it should be firm but not dry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Baked eggs, cottage cheese, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, breakfast, protein-packed, easy breakfast
