Description
This Cottage Cheese Casserole is warm, creamy, and incredibly comforting — the kind of dish you’ll want to bake on repeat. Made with cottage cheese, eggs, and a touch of pasta or grains, it’s a protein-packed twist on a classic baked casserole. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat for best flavor)
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup uncooked egg noodles or cooked rice
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: fresh herbs, green onions, or paprika for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Fold in noodles or cooked rice and pour mixture into the prepared dish.
- Top with a light sprinkle of cheese or herbs, if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until golden on top and set in the center.
- Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with a green salad or vegetable side.
Notes
Sweet version: Add 2 tbsp sugar, a pinch of cinnamon, and ¼ cup raisins for a dessert-style casserole. Vegetable boost: Stir in spinach, broccoli, or sautéed onions before baking. Make ahead: Prepare the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: cottage cheese casserole, protein breakfast, baked casserole, comfort food