Description
Potato Cheddar Chive Bakes are fluffy, protein-packed egg bites filled with tender seasoned potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh chives, inspired by the popular coffee shop favorite and perfect for meal prep breakfasts.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium russet potato, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes (about 8 ounces)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup liquid egg whites
- 2/3 cup 2% cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Place a square brownie-style muffin pan on a baking sheet and generously coat with olive oil spray.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cover and cook on medium-low for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned. Add 1 tablespoon water halfway through and reduce heat if needed. Cool for 5 minutes.
- In a blender, combine eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, milk, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Blend 20–30 seconds until smooth. Stir in chopped chives.
- Evenly distribute cooled potatoes into prepared pan cavities. Sprinkle half the cheddar over potatoes.
- Pour egg mixture over potatoes, filling each cavity about three-quarters full. Top with remaining cheddar.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until centers are set and tops appear dry and slightly puffed.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing with a spatula.
Notes
- Generously grease the pan to prevent sticking.
- Do not overbake to maintain a tender texture.
- Blend the egg mixture for a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Reheat in the air fryer for a slightly crisp exterior.
- Store in airtight containers for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 285 mg
