Description
Elevate your breakfast with these creamy and protein-packed cottage cheese scrambled eggs, ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
- Pinch garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a bowl. Whisk briefly until yolks and whites are combined but not foamy.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and let it sit undisturbed for 20–30 seconds.
- Using a silicone spatula, gently fold the eggs from the edges toward the center every 15–20 seconds.
- When the eggs are mostly set but still glossy, remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
For best texture, cook over low heat and remove slightly underdone. Can add herbs or spices for variation.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American