Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake
A high-protein, creamy breakfast casserole with cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and cheddar, baked until golden and set for effortless meal prep. This american-inspired breakfast (high protein) ready in about 50 minutes combines Cottage cheese, Fresh spinach, Shredded cheddar cheese into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cottage cheese
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Onion powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted and excess moisture evaporates; remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in cooled spinach until fully incorporated.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish, then sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top. Gently tap the dish on the counter to remove air bubbles.
- Step 4: Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set (no longer jiggly when gently shaken). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cheesy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Breakfast Bake high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
