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High Protein Breakfast Bake Recipe: 5-Ingredient Effortless & Perfect Morning Meal

High Protein Breakfast Bake Recipe: 5-Ingredient Effortless & Perfect Morning Meal


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  • Author: larsa Nordin
  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Start your day strong with this high-protein breakfast bake, made with eggs, cottage cheese, spinach, and Parmesan. No-fuss prep and easy meal prepping for busy mornings!


Ingredients

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Nonstick cooking spray
8 large eggs
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon fine salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup 2% or full-fat cottage cheese
½ cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese
3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
½ cup finely diced yellow onion or green onion


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Stir in cottage cheese, Parmesan, spinach, and diced onion until well combined
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden
Let cool slightly before slicing and storing

Notes

Make-ahead friendly: Prepare up to 3 days in advance. Reheat in the oven or microwave. For more flavor, add herbs like basil or thyme. Gluten-free: Ensure Parmesan is gluten-free and no flour is added.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 115
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg