1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter, coating sides and bottom of each cup.
In a large bowl, whisk together the liquid egg whites, cottage cheese, and optional protein powder for 30 seconds until smooth with no lumps.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, onions, and optional cooked bacon or sausage until evenly distributed.
Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are well combined throughout the mixture.
Evenly pour the egg mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full (approximately 3 tablespoons per cup) to allow room for slight expansion.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set in the center and slightly golden on top. Tops should spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
Let them cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing with a butter knife to loosen edges if needed. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
Use liquid egg whites for consistency or separate 8-10 fresh eggs. Full-fat cottage cheese creates creamier texture. Blend cottage cheese first for ultra-smooth results.
Cut vegetables into small 1/4-inch pieces for even distribution. Pre-cook watery vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to prevent excess moisture.
Freeze individually on baking sheet, then store in freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in 60-90 seconds in microwave.