Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: 1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon or sausage

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well with cooking spray or butter, or use silicone muffin liners for easy release.
2. In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. The mixture should be light and pourable.
3. Stir in the bell pepper, red onion, chives, and optional bacon by hand. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can pulse a couple of times, but leaving some bits adds nice texture.
4. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Give the pan a gentle tap on the counter to release any air bubbles.
5. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and the tops are lightly golden. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and gently lift them out. Serve warm or at room temperature.