Fluffy High-Protein Egg Bites
Quick and easy fluffy egg bites packed with protein, perfect for busy mornings or a healthy breakfast. These savory bites are moist, airy, and customizable to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 egg bites (about 6 servings, 2 bites per serving) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup small-curd cottage cheese
- ¾ cup shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or mozzarella)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup milk (whole or 2%, almond milk optional)
- ½ cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ½ cup cooked bacon or turkey sausage (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (chives or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with silicone liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Add cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and milk to the eggs. Whisk until smooth with creamy dollops of cottage cheese remaining.
- Fold in shredded cheese, spinach, cooked bacon or sausage (if using), garlic powder, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. The bites should be puffed, lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before running a knife around edges to release the egg bites.
- Serve warm or cool completely before storing.
Notes
Do not overbeat eggs to avoid dense, rubbery texture. Use moderate oven temperature (325°F) for gentle cooking. Pat spinach and cooked meats dry to prevent soggy bites. Let egg bites rest after baking to develop creamier texture. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg bites
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 12
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