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Copycat Starbucks Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Protein Egg Cups)

Three golden baked cottage cheese egg cups with ham and spinach on a white plate.
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Make these easy, crustless quiche cups at home! These cottage cheese egg bites are perfect for meal prep and taste just like the Starbucks version.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cooked, chopped mix-ins (like ham, spinach, or peppers)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese and eggs. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. This step is key for that creamy texture!
  3. Pour the egg mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fold in your chosen mix-ins gently.
  5. Divide the mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the egg cups are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the baked egg cups cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before removing them.
  8. Store your meal prep egg cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture similar to the original, use full-fat cottage cheese.
  • If you want to try the sous-vide method, place the mixture in small jars or silicone molds and cook in a water bath at 170°F (77°C) for about 1 hour.
  • These crustless quiche cups reheat well in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

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