Breakfast Tacos with Cottage Cheese Tortillas

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These low-carb breakfast tacos use baked cottage cheese “tortillas” for a high-protein twist on a classic. The tortillas crisp up in the oven, making a surprisingly sturdy base for eggs, bacon, avocado, and your favorite hot sauce. Feel free to customize the toppings, just don’t skip the cheesy shell.

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Prep time: 10mins
Cook time: 35mins
Serves or Makes: 2 (makes 4 tacos)

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ingredients

For the tortillas:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese, divided into fourths
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

ingredients

For the filling:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your choice)
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 avocado, sliced `
  • Hot sauce, for serving

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Step 2

    Divide the cottage cheese into four equal portions and spread into 4-inch circles on the parchment-lined sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Parmesan onto each circle.

  • Step 3

    Bake for 30–35 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through, until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Let cool slightly to firm up.

  • Step 4

    Scramble the eggs to your liking and prep your toppings while the tortillas bake.

  • Step 5

    Carefully peel the cooled cheese tortillas from the parchment. Fill with eggs, shredded cheese, bacon, avocado, and a dash of hot sauce.