Get ready to revolutionize your morning mealtime routine with this Egg Tortilla Bake recipe! It’s the ultimate hack for a quick and satisfying breakfast, brunch, or dinner that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.
In just a matter of minutes, you can whip up this hearty and versatile dish that’s packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Picture this: layers of tortillas, eggs, and your favorite add-ins, all baked together in one dish to golden perfection. It’s a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.
Bonus! This dish is incredibly versatile—feel free to customize it with your favorite toppings like different cheeses and veggies, salsa, or avocado for an extra burst of flavor. With its hearty protein-packed goodness and easy prep, this egg tortilla bake is guaranteed to become your new go-to meal for any time of day!
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Start your day with a delicious and nutritious breakfast by trying our tortilla egg bake with cottage cheese and fresh toppings. This savory dish features a crispy tortilla crust, a creamy egg and cottage cheese base, and a medley of fresh toppings like tomatoes, green peppers, and spinach.
Topped off with a layer of melted mozzarella cheese, it’s a satisfying and customizable breakfast or brunch option that’s easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a wholesome breakfast idea, this recipe offers a delicious and filling choice that will kickstart your morning on a flavorful note.
How to Make an Eggscellent Egg Tortilla Bake Recipe
This recipe comes together with just a few minutes of prep time and minimal cook time, which we love! All you need is a round baking dish (or pie dish) and a mixing bowl!
We even provide two flavor options to satisfy all your tastebuds. However, once you’ve got the base down, you can mix and match whatever you like best.
Ingredient Base
- Tortillas – We use a single large flour tortilla, but you could also layer several smaller flour tortillas.
- Eggs – We don’t recommend using egg whites unless you want the flavor of the cottage cheese to be front and center.
- Cottage Cheese – This is our secret ingredient to making this egg tortilla recipe full of protein and extra fluffy in the center! Full-fat varieties are best.
- Salt and Black Pepper – Adjust to taste. You can also include a variety of herbs and spices such as onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, or whatever you like best to add a boost of savory flavor.
Flavor Option One
- Veggies – Diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, and spinach or arugula help add color, vitamins, and nutrients.
- Cheese – We use mozzarella cheese, but any variety you like best will taste great. For the best results, buy a whole block, and grate it yourself!
Flavor Option Two
- Veggies – Tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onions, and spinach combine to give this tortilla and eggs recipe a little bit of Mediterranean flair.
- Cheese – A combination of feta and mozzarella creates a creamy, tangy flavor we adore.
Flavor Option Three
- Veggies – Chopped shallots and fresh spinach add a pop of color and a savory, mildly sweet flavor.
- Cheese – A combination of feta cheese and mozzarella cheese adds lots of gooey, savory goodness.
Instructions
- Prepare. Start by preheating your oven, and greasing a round baking dish or pie dish with cooking spray or a small amount of butter or oil.
- Form the “crust”. Place a tortilla in the bottom of the prepared dish, and press down lightly.
- Layer. Whisk the eggs and cottage cheese together in a bowl until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Then, pour the mixture over the tortilla, and sprinkle your toppings evenly on top.
Note: If using flavor option three, sauté the shallots and spinach until the spinach wilts before combining the ingredients.
- Bake. Transfer the egg tortilla to the preheated oven, and bake until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve. Allow the egg bake to cool slightly, slice, and enjoy warm.
Common Questions About This Egg Tortilla Recipe
We don’t recommend using corn tortillas as they tend to crack in the oven and don’t hold the filling well. If needed, you can swap the flour tortillas for soft gluten-free tortillas instead.
Unfortunately, this recipe does not do well when made ahead of time as the tortilla tends to become a bit soggy. Luckily, it’s super easy to make!
Whatever you like! Feel free to mix and match a variety of veggies, protein, cheeses, and toppings to make this egg tortilla bake your own. For instance, diced onions, mushrooms, cooked bacon, sausage, pico, or cilantro all taste great.
More Egg-Filled Breakfast Recipes
- Protein Packed Egg Muffin Sandwiches
- Viral Feta Fried Eggs
- Turkish Poached Eggs with Cottage Cheese
- Easy Eggs in Purgatory (Italian Baked Eggs)
Egg Tortilla Bake (2 Ways)
Ingredients
- Cooking spray or a little oil for greasing the baking dish
- 1 tortilla 8-10 inches in diameter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Flavor Option One
- Tomatoes diced
- Green peppers diced
- Spinach or arugula chopped
- 1/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (or choice of cheese)
Flavor Option Two
- Tomatoes
- Kalamata olives
- Red onions
- Spinach
- Feta cheese
- Mozarella cheese
Flavor Option Three
- 1/4 cup chopped shallots
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). While the oven is heating up, gather all the ingredients, and prepare the toppings.
- Take a round baking dish or a pie dish that's approximately the same size as the tortilla. Grease the bottom and sides of the dish lightly with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.Cooking spray or a little oil for greasing the baking dish
- Place the tortilla at the bottom of the baking dish to create the crust.1 tortilla
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.3 large eggs, 1/3 cup cottage cheese, Salt to taste, Black pepper to taste
- Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture over the tortilla in the baking dish, ensuring it spreads evenly.
- Now, add the toppings. Be creative with this step! Sprinkle diced tomatoes, diced green peppers, and chopped spinach or arugula evenly over the egg mixture. Or, use flavor option two with tomatoes, olives, red onions, and spianch. Feel free to add other ingredients like diced onions, mushrooms, or cooked bacon if desired. NOTE: If using flavor option three, sauté the shallots and spinach in a skillet until the spinach wilts before combining the ingredients.Tomatoes, Green peppers, Spinach or arugula, Tomatoes, Kalamata olives, Red onions, Spinach
- Finally, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, feta and mozzarella, or choice of cheese over the top of the toppings. This will give the tortilla bake a nice cheesy finish.1/4 cup Mozzarella cheese, Feta cheese, Mozarella cheese
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the oven, so keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
- Once done, remove the tortilla egg bake from the oven, and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it into wedges or squares.
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Loved the idea of using flour tortillas for what is essentially a quiche! I used 3 flour tortillas as mine were on the smaller size and I overlapped them in my pie plate. Came out delicious and super easy to prep too. Definitely recommend giving this a try!
Thank you, Diane! We’re so glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
What a great, super quick and easy breakfast idea! Yesterday I made the Greek flavoured one with spinach, feta, tomatoes and Kalamata olives and it was delightful, I ate the entire thing 😳
Today I’m making another one with leftover steamed broccoli and cheddar, but I’m going to try and control myself and only eat half, with a side of leafy greens tossed in olive oil and lemon juice. Thank you so much for this recipe, the flavour options are endless 😁
Thank you for the feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
It’s baking right now, but here’s a couple of pictures of pre-baking!
Came out wonderful, also it was good!!!
Thank you, Joel! We’re so glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Very good, I substituted ricotta cheese for cottage cheese. Quick, easy and nutritious
Thank you, James! We’re so glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Love your simple and delicious recipes. Made this one a few times with some variants, alway great! Thank you!
This has become my favorite breakfast with a few changes. I make it with 2 eggs and mix cottage cheese but leave it little lumpy (extra protein) then add 1/4 cup crumbled feta. Make my filling, if sauted veggie spread on large dish and cool about 4 min. Add tortilla in sprayed pie pan, add cooled veggies and then pour egg mixture on top. Sprinkle cheese of your choice and bake 400 degrees 18 min. Cut in half, serves 2. Or another on for you next day. Never soggy
We’re so happy to hear this and are glad you can make it work for you, Candy!
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Alia & Radwa
Have made this several times – easy, fast and delicious!
Thank you, Susan! 😊
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Alia & Radwa
A solid breakfast, no fuss
Can I use ricotta and not cottage cheese? I have no cottage cheese.
We haven’t tested it but think it would work. We’d love to know how it goes if you do give it a try, Susan!
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Alia & Radwa
Just made this and want to let anyone that is thinking of trying this to actually try it!!!! So easy and delicious! I would make this for company! I thought that I had ruined mine as I used spinach fresh and did option 2 and it worked perfect! This will be one of my go to breakfasts for sure!
Thank you so much, Michele! We’re glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Wow, easy, tasty and a beautiful presentation! I live at higher elevation and found it needed the full 25 minutes. Look forward to making this again and again. Thanks for the great inspiration!
Thank you for the feedback, Ellen! We’re so glad you enjoyed it. 😊
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Alia & Radwa
Made for brunch this morning–SO good and SO easy! Added bacon, mushrooms, chopped spinach (fresh), mozz and feta cheeses. In my oven baked about 23 minutes. Tortilla was slightly browned and crispy around the edges–perfect crust. Thanks for the great recipe!
We’re so glad it turned out well for you, Penny! Thank you for trying it out. 😊
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Hi there
I made this recipe and l used feta cheese and mushrooms, spinach , bacon bits and cheddar cheese with salt and pepper.
I cooked in the air fryer for approximately 20 minutes until the eggs is cooked.
It was delicious.
Thanks for sharing the recipe..
Looking forward of using more of recipes.
Nadine Driedger 😊
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Nadine! Thank you for trying it out and taking the time to leave a review. 😊
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Alia & Radwa
So so good, especially being a good option for diabetics. Thank you so much! Can’t wait to make it again!❤️
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Leslie!
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Alia & Radwa
Thank you, so much for sharing your delicious recipes!!
You’re very welcome, Jamie! We’re so glad you enjoy them. 😊
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Alia & Radwa
love this
Thank you, Laura! 😊
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Alia & Radwa
I LOVE this; I’ve made it twice; however, the tortilla shells get “soggy”, what can I do to make it crustless?
You could try cooking it in a little air fryer tray!
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Alia & Radwa
This was easy and delicious! How many servings is this recipe? Just trying to be conscious of calories.
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Kristan! There are 4 servings per recipe. 😊
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Alia & Radwa
just made this. My mom loved it. I think next time I will saute the spinach with a little garlic as well. Also I don’t think the tortilla was soggy, maybe I cooked it longer. Thank you for this great recipe!
We’re sorry to hear the tortilla was soggy but are so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Gina!
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Alia & Radwa
This recipe was easy, flavorful and healthy. I was skeptical because I am not an egg or cottage cheese fan. So happy I tried your recipe!
Thank you so much, Penny! We’re glad you enjoyed it. 😊
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Alia & Radwa
The recipe was good but I didn’t like how soft the tortilla stayed on the bottom, I would prefer a crispy tortilla to add some texture because it was all really soft. Also, the egg flavor is pretty overpowering despite all of the toppings and cheese so just a heads up for those that don’t like a strong eggy flavor. A little Valentina sauce helped with that though.
Thank you for the feedback!
Xo,
Alia & Radwa