2-Minute Cottage Cheese Scramble : Ultra-Fluffy, High-Protein Eggs
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat both work)
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1 tbsp butter or olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional add-ins: chopped chives, hot sauce, cherry tomatoes, spinach, shredded cheese, avocado, everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
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Whisk the eggs & cottage cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with the cottage cheese until well combined. Don’t worry about tiny curds — they melt beautifully. -
Heat your pan.
Melt the butter (or warm the oil) in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. -
Cook the scramble.
Pour in the egg mixture. Let it sit for a few seconds, then gently push the eggs around the pan with a silicone spatula. Cook low and slow for soft, creamy curds. -
Season & serve.
Once just set, remove from heat immediately. Season with salt, pepper, and any toppings you love.
Tips for the Creamiest Texture
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Cook on medium-low heat for fluffy eggs that don’t dry out.
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Remove from heat while slightly glossy — they’ll finish cooking off the burner.
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Full-fat cottage cheese gives the richest, creamiest results.
Flavor Variations
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Southwest: Add salsa, cheddar, cilantro, and avocado.
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Caprese: Mix in cherry tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella pearls.
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Green Goddess: Stir in spinach, scallions, and a squeeze of lemon.
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High-Protein Breakfast Bowl: Serve over quinoa with roasted veggies.