Cottage Cheese Eggs
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These creamy Cottage Cheese Eggs are the high-protein breakfast you didn’t know you needed. Fluffy, velvety scrambled eggs are folded with cottage cheese, creating a rich, melty bite that keeps you full for hours. They’re quick, simple, and just a little more indulgent than everyday scrambled eggs. Perfect for busy mornings or when you want to sneak in extra protein.
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH COTTAGE CHEESE
- Protein-Packed: With cottage cheese folded into the eggs, this breakfast will actually keep you full.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in 6 minutes flat… faster than waiting in the drive-thru line!
- Creamy Upgrade: Cottage cheese makes the eggs extra velvety and rich without heavy cream.
- Customizable: Dress them up with veggies, meats, or seasonings, or keep it classic and simple.
- Family-Approved: Even picky eaters love the fluffy texture and cheesy undertone.
Cottage Cheese Eggs
Scrambled eggs are good, but scrambled eggs with cottage cheese? Life-changing. The cottage cheese melts right into the eggs, making them extra fluffy and oh-so-creamy without any heavy cream in sight.
Honestly, this is one of those “why didn’t I think of this sooner?” breakfasts. It’s quick, filling, and Munchkin swears they taste like diner-style eggs with a secret upgrade.
I won’t complain about the extra protein, either!! Some mornings call for a little extra oomph, and these cottage cheese scrambled eggs always deliver.
Add this recipe to your breakfast lineup with sheet pan egg in a hole and Italian baked eggs with sausage, or some copycat Starbucks Egg Bites for when you’re running out the door!
INGREDIENT NOTES
- Cottage Cheese: Use small curd for the smoothest texture. Full-fat gives you the richest, creamiest eggs, but 2% works too.
- Eggs: Large eggs are standard, but you can adjust the cottage cheese and seasonings if using medium or jumbo.
- Butter or Oil: Butter adds extra flavor, while oil (or spray oil) keeps cottage cheese scrambled eggs a bit lighter.
VARIATIONS
Veggie Boost: Sauté onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach before adding the egg mixture.
Spicy Twist: Add a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika.
Meat Lovers: Mix in cooked bacon or your favorite crumbled sausage, such as breakfast, Italian, or chorizo.
Seasoning Swap: Garlic and onion powders make cottage cheese eggs extra savory, dried basil and oregano add Italian flair, and chili powder and cumin create a Tex-Mex twist.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Classic Sides: Serve with toast or biscuits and fresh, seasonal fruit.
- Topping Ideas: Add sliced avocado, fresh salsa, or a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- Protein-Packed Filling: Stuff eggs with cottage cheese into burritos, wraps, or breakfast sandwiches.
- Weekend Spread: Pair with breakfast potatoes, sausage links, or a fresh batch of cinnamon rolls.
COTTAGE CHEESE SCRAMBLED EGGS FAQ
Not in the same way shredded cheese does, but it does become softer and creamier when heated.
Some brands of cottage cheese are more watery than others, which will cause your scrambled eggs to be watery too.
Choose a full-fat, high-quality brand to avoid this, and drain off any liquid at the top of the container to be safe.
Two large eggs contain about 12 grams of protein, no matter which way you cook them. And ½ cup of full-fat, small curd cottage cheese contains another 12-14 grams of protein.
For this recipe, I combined 4 large eggs with cottage cheese to make two servings. That would mean a single serving with 2 eggs would contain 18-19 grams of protein.
Here’s why cottage cheese eggs work so well:
- Protein + Moisture: Cottage cheese adds extra protein while also providing moisture, which keeps the eggs tender instead of dry.
- Emulsion Effect: As the eggs cook, the curds of cottage cheese melt and integrate into the eggs, creating a velvety emulsion that mimics the creaminess of cream or milk, without needing to add any.
- Gentle Heat: Cooking low and slow allows the water content in the cottage cheese to evaporate gradually while the milk solids blend into the eggs. This prevents watery or rubbery eggs.
- Texture Control: Whisking well (or blending the mixture) breaks down curds for a uniform, fluffy texture.
This is exactly the kind of recipe that shows how small ingredient swaps can change everything about a dish… turning ordinary scrambled eggs into a creamy, high-protein powerhouse.
DONNA’S PRO TIPS
- Don’t rush the heat: Medium-low heat is key to soft, creamy eggs. Too hot and they’ll turn rubbery.
- Whisk well: Blend or whisk eggs and cottage cheese until smooth to avoid chunky curds.
- Season lightly: Cottage cheese is naturally salty, so taste before adding more salt.
- Dish up immediately: Scrambled eggs keep cooking off the heat, so serve as soon as they’re set.
TOOLS NEEDED
- Medium Mixing Bowl: For mixing the eggs and cottage cheese together.
- Whisk or Fork: Needed to achieve the creamiest texture.
- Nonstick Skillet: A heavy pan means even heating!
- Rubber Spatula: Makes it easy to scramble eggs while keeping them soft and creamy.
Enjoy!
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Cottage Cheese Eggs
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or cooking oil, or spray oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese, small curd (2% or full-fat; I used full-fat)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, adjust to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Fresh chopped chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a medium mixing bowl. Add the cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Whisk or stir until well combined. For the creamiest texture, make sure the mixture is smooth with no large curds.
- Heat the Pan: Place a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the butter (or oil) and let it melt, swirling the pan to coat evenly.
- Cook the Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Using a rubber spatula, slowly scrape along the bottom of the pan, gently pushing the eggs from the edges toward the center. Continue stirring slowly and consistently until the eggs are soft, creamy, and just set, about 4 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat immediately (eggs continue cooking in the hot pan). Garnish with fresh chives if desired, and serve right away.
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published October 2025
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