Description
This Easy Spinach and Cottage Cheese Breakfast Casserole is the perfect high-protein, low-carb breakfast option. Made with eggs, cottage cheese, spinach, and melty shredded cheese, it’s great for meal prep, keto diets, or a wholesome brunch. Easy to make, customizable, and gluten-free!
Ingredients
6 large eggs
1 cup cottage cheese
2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup thawed and drained frozen spinach)
1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (divided)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove garlic, minced)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spinach and sauté until wilted. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s thawed and squeezed dry.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until fully blended.
4. Add cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic, and half the shredded cheese to the eggs. Mix until combined.
5. Fold in the sautéed spinach.
6. Grease a 9×9 or 8×8 baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
7. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
9. Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a glass or ceramic baking dish for best results—it helps cook the center evenly.
Make sure to squeeze out excess water from spinach to avoid soggy texture.
You can add cooked sausage, diced ham, or mushrooms for a protein or flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 190mg