High-Protein Sheet Pan Eggs (Print Version)

Fluffy oven-baked eggs with cottage cheese, spinach, tomatoes, and peppers for protein-packed breakfasts

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 10 large eggs
02 - 1 1/2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
03 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/2 cup zucchini, diced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
12 - Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet (approximately 13x9 inches) with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
03 - Stir in salt, pepper, and dried herbs until evenly distributed.
04 - Add tomatoes, spinach, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Mix gently to combine without crushing the vegetables.
05 - Pour the egg mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently tap the pan on the counter to settle the mixture and release any air bubbles.
06 - Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the eggs are just set in the center and lightly golden around the edges.
07 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice into squares and garnish with fresh chives or parsley.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The cottage cheese makes these eggs incredibly fluffy and adds a protein boost that keeps you full until lunch
  • You can customize the vegetables based on whatever is sitting in your crisper drawer
02 -
  • Overbaking will make the eggs rubbery and dry, so pull them when the center is just set
  • Cottage cheese curds will mostly disappear into the eggs, but small white pockets are normal and delicious
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet without any warping for even cooking and consistent thickness
  • Let the eggs rest on the counter for those five minutes or they will not slice cleanly
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