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🍳 Mar and Bry's Pelotas de Queso

Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs (~400 g)
  • ½ cup mild cheddar shreds (~56 g), plus more for topping
  • ⅔ cup cottage cheese (~150 g)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (~8 g)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (~6 g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat a 12-cup nonstick muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.

  2. Add 8 large eggs (~400 g), ½ cup mild cheddar shreds (~56 g), ⅔ cup cottage cheese (~150 g), 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch (~10 g), ⅔ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to a blender. Blend for about 2 minutes, or until smooth.

  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, leaving ½ inch from the rim of each cup.

  4. Bake for 5 minutes to let the bites begin to set.

  5. Remove from the oven and top each cup with extra cheddar shreds and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (~6 g).

  6. Return to the oven and bake for 10 more minutes, or until completely cooked through.

  7. Cool for 10 minutes before serving. Package any leftovers in a zip-top bag or airtight container.

Tips

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest, most soufflé-like texture
  • Don’t skip the blending step—it’s what gives these their smooth, custardy consistency
  • Weight estimates are approximate—treat them as guidelines, not gospel
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in the microwave at 50% power for 60–90 seconds
  • Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating

Shopping List

Dairy & Eggs

  • 8 large eggs (~400 g)
  • ½ cup mild cheddar shreds (~56 g), plus extra for topping
  • ⅔ cup cottage cheese (~150 g)

Pantry

  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch (~10 g)
  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper
  • Paprika
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Produce

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (~6 g)