Description
Fluffy Oven-Baked Egg Bites are a delicious, protein-rich, and beginner-friendly breakfast option. They’re customizable, freezer-friendly, and perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 large eggs
- ½ cup milk or cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped vegetables of your choice (bell peppers, onions, tomatoes)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
- ½ cup chopped cooked turkey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by generously spraying it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prep the Fillings: Chop all vegetables and cook any proteins you’re using. If using firm vegetables like onions or bell peppers, sauté them for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Mix the Egg Base: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with milk or cream, salt, and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy. This creates a light texture when baked.
- Assemble the Bites: Evenly distribute your chopped vegetables, meat, and shredded cheese into the muffin tin cups. Fill each about halfway to leave room for the egg mixture.
- Add the Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling each one about ¾ of the way. Use a fork to gently stir each cup so the ingredients are evenly dispersed.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 12–18 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool for 5 minutes before gently removing them from the pan. Serve warm or store for later use.
Notes
- Silicone muffin molds are highly recommended for easy release. To reduce prep time, chop and cook your add-ins in advance. For a flavor boost, add herbs like chives, parsley, or thyme. These egg bites are great for brunch spreads or make-ahead meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 262mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 181mg