Description
This Cottage Cheese Fluffy Eggs recipe combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with eggs to create a light, protein-packed breakfast dish. The eggs are gently cooked in butter and finished with fresh herbs, resulting in a creamy texture with a fluffy consistency that’s perfect for a nourishing start to the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese (approximately 2.8 oz, full fat preferred)
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For Cooking and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy, ensuring the cottage cheese is well incorporated.
- Melt Butter: Heat the unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until it is fully melted and starts to bubble lightly to provide a gentle cooking surface.
- Cook Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and allow it to sit undisturbed for about 20 seconds to begin setting.
- Finish Cooking: Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs, sweeping from the edges toward the center. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are softly set but still creamy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook to maintain the fluffy texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the eggs from heat immediately to prevent overcooking. Plate them and garnish with the chopped chives or parsley. Serve the eggs hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer, creamier texture.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste.
- Gently folding the eggs during cooking helps keep the texture fluffy and soft.
- Feel free to substitute chives or parsley with other fresh herbs like dill or basil.
- Use milk or cream depending on your preference for richness; cream will make the eggs richer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cottage cheese eggs, fluffy eggs, creamy eggs, protein breakfast, easy egg recipe
