I love creating simple breakfast recipes ahead of my busy mornings. Smoothies and overnight oats have their place, but I try to prioritize protein in the morning. This Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bread is a great way to do that. It’s not nearly as easy to put together, but it’s one of those recipes that everyone in my family is a fan of.
The best part is that it only takes a few minutes to mix everything together before the oven does the rest. You can prepare it while you make your coffee and then bake it while you start your morning routine. It also reheats beautifully. I make this dish often on the weekends and enjoy having leftovers for breakfast or lunch all week long.
Why I Love This Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bake
Egg casseroles have always been one of my favorite ways to meal prep because they are incredibly versatile. This version combines eggs and cottage cheese for an extra boost of protein and a creamy texture without the need for heavy cream. Shredded cheddar cheese adds flavor, and broccoli adds color, fiber and nutrients.
I also appreciate that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I almost always have on hand. Frozen broccoli works well if you have it on hand, so it’s easy to put together without having to go shopping for special groceries. The seasoning is simple and allows the cheese and broccoli to really shine.
This breakfast casserole is naturally gluten-free and perfect for everything from weekday breakfasts to weekend brunches. I also like to serve it with fresh fruit, sliced avocado, or a baked potato for a more complete meal. Since it makes multiple servings, it’s an easy option if you’re feeding a large crowd (like my kids!) or simply want to meal prep first.
Tips for the Best Egg Casserole
Thankfully, this recipe is pretty forgiving. Mixing the eggs with cottage cheese creates a soft, fluffy texture, and the broccoli cooks perfectly in the casserole without turning mushy. Grilling for a few minutes before cutting also helps get everything ready, making it easier to serve neat portions.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for several days, making this one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts. Simply heat a slice in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer for a quick meal that tastes like freshly baked.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week, prepping a brunch, or just looking for a nutritious breakfast that doesn’t require standing over the stove, this Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bread is a recipe worth repeating over and over again. It’s simple, filling, and has healthy ingredients to make busy mornings a little easier.
Baked Broccoli Cheddar Eggs
This delicious egg bread is full of cheesy broccoli flavor. An easy breakfast that just needs to be thrown away!
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
Stir in broccoli and cheddar cheese.
Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts
Baked Broccoli Cheddar Eggs
Amount per serving (per serving)
calorie 383
calories from fat 234
% Daily Value*
province 26g40%
12g saturated fat75%
Trans fat 0.04g
3g polyunsaturated fat
7g monounsaturated fat
cholesterol 420mg140%
sodium 889mg39%
potassium 372mg11%
carbohydrate 7g2%
1 gram of fiber4%
3g sugar3%
protein 30g60%
Vitamin A 1308IU26%
Vitamin C 39mg47%
calcium 421mg42%
steel 2mg11%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
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