Description
These Better Than Starbucks Egg Bites are a delicious, protein-packed breakfast option featuring fluffy eggs mixed with your choice of vegetables, cheese, and optional meats. Baked to perfection in a muffin tin, they are easy to make ahead and perfect for a quick morning meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 10 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Add-ins
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, tomatoes, onions)
- 1/2 cup cooked crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped turkey (optional)
Other
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it’s ready for baking the egg bites.
- Prepare muffin tin: Generously spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Prep add-ins: Chop vegetables and precook bacon if using, then chop into small pieces to evenly distribute in the egg bites.
- Mix eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy, similar to scrambled eggs.
- Fill muffin cups: Place a handful of chopped veggies, meats, and some shredded cheese into each muffin cup.
- Add egg mixture: Carefully pour or spoon the egg mixture into each muffin cavity, filling about 3/4 full.
- Stir contents: Use a fork to stir inside each muffin cup gently so that ingredients are evenly mixed throughout the egg mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 minutes or until the egg bites are set in the middle and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and remove: Let the egg bites cool for a few minutes, then use a butter knife or spatula to loosen and remove them from the muffin tin.
- Serve and store: Serve warm. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10 seconds before eating.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables and meats based on your preferences or dietary needs.
- Use heavy cream instead of milk for richer egg bites.
- Non-stick spray ensures easy removal and cleanup.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese or substitute with vegan cheese.
- Ensure egg bites are fully set before removing to avoid breakage.
- Freezing in an airtight container preserves freshness for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg
