Introduction

This cottage cheese crustless quiche is a light and protein-packed alternative to traditional quiches. It’s easy to prepare, customizable with your favorite fillings, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a simple dinner.

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Ingredients

6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk cottage cheese
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated cheese (your choice)
Optional: Chopped vegetables or meats (up to 1 cup total)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Lightly spray a 9-inch baking dish with oil to prevent sticking.
Step 3: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Stir the grated cheese and any optional chopped vegetables or meats into the blended mixture.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
Step 6: Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use a mix of cheeses like cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss to enhance flavor.
Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for a vegetable boost.
Include cooked bacon or ham for a meatier option.
To make individual servings, bake the mixture in muffin tins.

Storage

Store leftover quiche covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the microwave or oven until warmed through. This quiche can also be frozen; wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use low-fat cottage cheese instead of whole milk cottage cheese?

Yes, you can substitute low-fat cottage cheese, but the quiche may be slightly less creamy.

Do I have to blend the ingredients?

Blending helps achieve a smooth texture, but whisking the ingredients well can also work if you don’t have a blender.

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This Cottage Cheese Crustless Quiche is a healthy and delicious twist on traditional quiche, using whole milk cottage cheese to create a creamy texture without the need for a pastry crust. It’s easy to prepare, packed with protein, and customizable with your choice of cheeses, vegetables, or meats. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Author: Cleo
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk cottage cheese
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Cheese and Fillings

1/2 cup grated cheese (your choice, e.g., cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
Optional: Up to 1 cup chopped vegetables or meats (e.g., spinach, bell peppers, mushrooms, ham, or bacon)

Instructions

Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for even baking.
Prepare baking dish. Lightly spray a 9-inch baking dish with oil or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Blend egg mixture. In a blender or food processor, combine the 6 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk cottage cheese, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy to ensure a uniform texture.
Add fillings. Pour the blended mixture into a bowl and gently stir in 1/2 cup grated cheese along with any optional chopped vegetables or meats of your choice, up to 1 cup total.
Pour and bake. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the middle and the top turns golden brown.
Cool and serve. Once baked, remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5-10 minutes before slicing. This helps it firm up for easier serving.

Notes

You can customize your quiche with various vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers, and meats like ham or bacon for added flavor.
Use a blender for a smoother texture or mix ingredients by hand for a chunkier consistency.
Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing to help it hold its shape better.
This recipe is gluten-free since it contains no pastry crust.
To reduce fat content, use low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese and cheese varieties.

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