High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pepperoni Bake
A comforting and protein-packed bake featuring cottage cheese, eggs, and turkey pepperoni—perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Cottage Cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 3 oz Mini Turkey Pepperoni Slices
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Combine the cottage cheese, eggs, shredded mozzarella cheese, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the mini turkey pepperoni slices.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, swap turkey pepperoni for your favorite veggie toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg