Description
Start your day with these High Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Breakfast Bars, a delicious and nutritious option perfect for busy mornings. Packed with protein and flavor, these bars are easy to make and can be enjoyed on the go or at home. With a fluffy texture and savory taste, they’re sure to become your new breakfast favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Stir in chopped spinach and rolled oats until just combined.
- Add salt, pepper, and baking powder; mix gently.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or herbs for added flavor. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; they can also be frozen for up to three months.