Freezer Breakfast Squares Recipe
These Freezer Breakfast Squares are a savory and convenient breakfast option made with eggs, cottage cheese, hash brown patties, and your favorite mix-ins like bacon, onions, and cheese. Perfect for prepping ahead and freezing for quick, protein-packed mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 12 eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 9 full-size frozen hash brown patties (or mini ones if preferred)
- 8 oz shredded cheese of choice
Optional Mix-ins (choose as desired)
- Chopped bacon (about 6 strips)
- Green onions
- Caramelized onions
- Breakfast sausage
- Cooked broccoli
- Cooked and chopped spinach
- Diced ham
- Hot sauce
- Any other savory breakfast ingredients you like
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare hash browns: Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Spread an even layer of hash brown patties in a 9×13 baking dish. Toast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Remove and season with salt.
- Blend eggs and cottage cheese: Crack the 12 eggs into a blender or large measuring cup. Add 2 cups of cottage cheese and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add mix-ins: Stir in your chosen mix-ins, such as chopped bacon, green onions, caramelized onions, and shredded cheese. Mix gently with a spoon or spatula without blending the added ingredients to preserve texture. Ensure any vegetables are pre-cooked and excess moisture is removed.
- Combine and bake: Pour the egg and mix-in mixture over the toasted hash browns in the baking dish, spreading it evenly. Reduce oven temperature to 300ºF and bake for 20-30 minutes. Bake until the eggs are set in the center and no longer jiggle.
- Cool and portion: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool completely if freezing. If serving immediately, cooling is optional. Once cooled, cut the casserole into 9 rectangles, ideally matching the hash brown patties, and wrap each piece individually with parchment paper for freezing or storage.
Notes
- Make sure any vegetables you add are cooked and excess water squeezed out to prevent soggy squares.
- Timing can vary depending on your oven and pan; watch for the eggs to set without overcooking.
- Perfect for meal prep and freezer-friendly; thaw wrapped squares in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Customize with your favorite breakfast ingredients for variety.
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