High-Protein Broccoli, Ham & Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake


Golden, cheesy and gloriously satisfying.

Serves: 2
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 15–20 minutes (or until set)


Ingredients:

  • 250g broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 4 large eggs
  • 100g smooth cottage cheese
  • 50g mature cheddar cheese, grated
  • 50g cooked ham, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or cooking spray, for greasing

How To Make High-Protein Broccoli, Ham & Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and lightly grease a small baking dish.
2. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2–3 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
3. Whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese in a mixing bowl.
4. Fold in the broccoli, cheddar and ham. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Pour into the baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until fully set and lightly golden. A deeper dish may need longer.
6. Cool briefly, slice and serve warm.