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Cheesy protein egg bake topped with vegetables and cheese in a baking dish.

Cheesy Protein Egg Bake

A comforting and delicious egg bake packed with protein, cheese, and fresh vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 8 large large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 medium sweet onion (diced)
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • Cooking spray For greasing the baking dish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onions and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the spinach to the skillet until wilted, which will take just a minute or two.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Fold in half of the shredded cheese and sautéed vegetables into the egg mixture.
  • Lightly spray a baking dish with cooking spray and pour in the egg mixture.
  • Top with the remaining cheese.

Baking

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Notes

Avoid overbaking to maintain the dish's fluffy texture. Experiment with different vegetables to suit your taste.
Keyword Cheesy Egg Bake, Comfort Food, Easy Breakfast, Healthy Recipe, Protein Bake