Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Egg Bites with Bacon

Here are my cottage cheese egg bites with bacon, packed with protein from eggs and cottage cheese, loaded with crispy bacon, ham, and veggies, and seasoned just right with garlic powder and black pepper.

These egg bites are my go-to breakfast for busy school mornings. I make a batch on Sunday, keep them in the fridge, and the kids can just grab and reheat them all week long. Nothing better than a hot breakfast that takes 30 seconds in the microwave, right?

What Kind of Cottage Cheese Should I Use?

Any cottage cheese you have on hand will work great for these egg bites. Small curd cottage cheese tends to blend more smoothly and creates a creamier texture, but large curd works just fine too if that’s what you’ve got in your fridge. Full-fat cottage cheese will give you the richest, most satisfying egg bites, though low-fat or even fat-free versions will still turn out well if you’re watching calories. If you want an extra smooth consistency similar to what you’d get at a coffee shop, just toss your cottage cheese in a blender for a few seconds before mixing it with the eggs.

Options for Substitutions

These egg bites are super flexible, so feel free to make them your own with these swaps:

• Cottage cheese: You can use ricotta cheese for a similar creamy texture, or try Greek yogurt if you want to keep things protein-packed. Just stick with full-fat versions so your egg bites stay moist.
• Bacon: Turkey bacon works great if you’re looking for a leaner option, or you can use cooked sausage crumbles for a different flavor profile.
• Ham: Swap this out for cooked turkey, diced chicken, or even more bacon if that’s what you have on hand.
• Spinach: Fresh or frozen spinach both work fine here. If using frozen, make sure to squeeze out all the excess water first. You can also use kale or Swiss chard chopped into small pieces.
• Bell pepper: Any color bell pepper works, or try diced tomatoes, mushrooms, or zucchini instead. Just make sure to dice everything small so it mixes well.
• Green onion: Regular yellow or white onion works too – just use about 2 tablespoons diced. Chives are another good option if you want a milder onion flavor.

Watch Out for These Mistakes While Baking

The biggest mistake people make with egg bites is not greasing the muffin tin well enough, which leads to stuck, torn bites – use cooking spray or butter generously, even in nonstick pans, to ensure they pop out cleanly.

Overfilling the cups is another common error that causes overflow and uneven cooking, so stick to the 3/4 full guideline and resist the urge to pack in extra fillings.

To avoid rubbery, overcooked egg bites, start checking them at 17 minutes – they should be just set in the center with a slight jiggle, as they’ll continue cooking from residual heat after you remove them from the oven.

For the smoothest texture, make sure your cottage cheese is fully blended with no lumps remaining, and let the egg bites cool for at least 5 minutes before removing them from the tin, which helps them firm up and release more easily.

What to Serve With Cottage Cheese Egg Bites?

These egg bites are perfect for meal prep breakfast or brunch, and they pair really well with fresh fruit like berries or sliced melon on the side. I love serving them with a piece of whole grain toast or an English muffin for a more filling meal, especially on busy mornings when you need something quick. If you’re making them for a weekend brunch, they go great alongside some roasted breakfast potatoes or hash browns. You can also pack them with a small side salad for a protein-packed lunch that’ll keep you full for hours.

Storage Instructions

Store: These egg bites are perfect for meal prep! Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. I like to make a big batch on Sunday and grab a couple each morning for a quick breakfast throughout the week.

Freeze: You can freeze these for up to 3 months, which is great when you want to stock up. Just let them cool completely, then wrap each one individually in plastic wrap before putting them all in a freezer bag. This way you can grab just what you need.

Reheat: Pop them in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds if they’re from the fridge, or 60-90 seconds if frozen. You can also warm them up in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes if you prefer a slightly firmer texture.

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 700-850
• Protein: 60-75 g
• Fat: 45-55 g
• Carbohydrates: 12-18 g

Ingredients

• 8 eggs
• 1.25 cups cottage cheese (full-fat for creamier texture)
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best flavor)
• 1/4 cup spinach (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup green onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup bell pepper (diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
• 1/4 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 1/4 cup ham (diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Step 1: Prepare the Muffin Tin and Preheat Oven

• 12-cup muffin tin

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

While it heats, generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or cooking spray, making sure to coat the bottom and sides of each cup.

This prevents sticking and ensures your egg bites release cleanly.

Set the prepared tin aside.

Step 2: Prepare and Cook the Bacon

• 1/4 cup bacon

If you haven’t already cooked your bacon, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes.

Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel to drain, then crumble into bite-sized pieces once cooled slightly.

Set aside.

I prefer to cook bacon ahead of time so the fat drains completely—it keeps the egg bites lighter and prevents excess grease in the cups.

Step 3: Prepare the Vegetable and Meat Mix

• 1/4 cup spinach
• 1/4 cup green onion
• 1/4 cup bell pepper
• 1/4 cup ham
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon

Finely chop the spinach, thinly slice the green onion, and dice the bell pepper into 1/4-inch pieces.

Dice the ham into similar-sized pieces.

Arrange these prepared ingredients along with the cooked bacon crumbles on a clean work surface for easy assembly.

Preparing everything in advance keeps your workflow efficient when filling the muffin cups.

Step 4: Blend the Egg and Cottage Cheese Base

• 8 eggs
• 1.25 cups cottage cheese
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Add the 8 eggs, 1.25 cups cottage cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to a blender.

Blend on medium speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and well combined.

A smooth base ensures even texture throughout the egg bites and helps distribute flavors uniformly.

The cottage cheese should be fully incorporated with no lumps visible.

Step 5: Fill the Muffin Cups and Bake

• vegetable and meat mix from Step 3
• blended egg mixture from Step 4

Divide the spinach, green onion, bell pepper, bacon, and ham from Step 3 evenly among the 12 muffin cups, placing about 1 tablespoon of the vegetable and meat mixture into each cup.

Carefully pour the blended egg mixture from Step 4 over the fillings until each cup is about 3/4 full, leaving a little headroom for the eggs to rise slightly during baking.

Place in the preheated oven and bake for 17-19 minutes, until the tops are set, lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool in the tin for 3-5 minutes.

This allows them to set completely and makes them easier to remove without breaking.

Run a thin knife around the edges of each bite and gently pop them out of the tin.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

I like to serve them immediately while they’re still warm with a dollop of sour cream or hot sauce on the side.

Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Egg Bites with Bacon

Delicious Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Egg Bites with Bacon recipe with step-by-step instructions.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings 12 bites

Calories 775 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 8 eggs
• 1.25 cups cottage cheese (full-fat for creamier texture)
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best flavor)
• 1/4 cup spinach (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup green onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup bell pepper (diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
• 1/4 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 1/4 cup ham (diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). While it heats, generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or cooking spray, making sure to coat the bottom and sides of each cup. This prevents sticking and ensures your egg bites release cleanly. Set the prepared tin aside.
• If you haven't already cooked your bacon, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel to drain, then crumble into bite-sized pieces once cooled slightly. Set aside. I prefer to cook bacon ahead of time so the fat drains completely—it keeps the egg bites lighter and prevents excess grease in the cups.
• Finely chop the spinach, thinly slice the green onion, and dice the bell pepper into 1/4-inch pieces. Dice the ham into similar-sized pieces. Arrange these prepared ingredients along with the cooked bacon crumbles on a clean work surface for easy assembly. Preparing everything in advance keeps your workflow efficient when filling the muffin cups.
• Add the 8 eggs, 1.25 cups cottage cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to a blender. Blend on medium speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and well combined. A smooth base ensures even texture throughout the egg bites and helps distribute flavors uniformly. The cottage cheese should be fully incorporated with no lumps visible.
• Divide the spinach, green onion, bell pepper, bacon, and ham from Step 3 evenly among the 12 muffin cups, placing about 1 tablespoon of the vegetable and meat mixture into each cup. Carefully pour the blended egg mixture from Step 4 over the fillings until each cup is about 3/4 full, leaving a little headroom for the eggs to rise slightly during baking. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 17-19 minutes, until the tops are set, lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool in the tin for 3-5 minutes. This allows them to set completely and makes them easier to remove without breaking. Run a thin knife around the edges of each bite and gently pop them out of the tin. Serve warm or at room temperature. I like to serve them immediately while they're still warm with a dollop of sour cream or hot sauce on the side.