Description
These Oven Baked Egg Bites are a delicious and protein-packed breakfast or snack option, inspired by popular café-style egg bites. They come in two flavorful varieties: Bacon and Gruyère, and Roasted Red Pepper with Monterey Jack and spinach. Baked gently in a water bath for a smooth, custardy texture, these egg bites are easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep or a quick nutritious meal.
Ingredients
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Bacon and Gruyère Egg Bites
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca flour (optional)
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon (from about 4–6 strips)
Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca flour (optional)
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1/3 cup chopped jarred roasted red pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach
- 1 green onion (light and dark green parts only, finely chopped, or 1 tablespoon chopped chives)
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin tins: Spray a 12-well muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the water bath: Place a metal or ceramic baking dish filled with 1 inch of very hot water on the bottom rack of the oven. This creates a humid environment which helps cook the egg bites evenly and keeps them moist.
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 300ºF (150ºC) while preparing the egg mixtures.
- Blend batter for Bacon and Gruyère bites: Add 6 eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, pinch of salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca flour (if using), 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese, and 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional) to a blender. Blend on medium-high until smooth, about 20-30 seconds.
- Fill muffin cups (Bacon and Gruyère): Pour the egg mixture into the greased muffin tins, filling each about three-quarters full. Evenly distribute 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon among the cups, gently pushing them down below the surface with a small spoon or skewer.
- Bake Bacon and Gruyère bites: Place muffin tin on the middle rack and bake for 23 to 25 minutes, or until egg bites are set and no longer jiggly. Remove from the oven and let rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
- Remove Bacon and Gruyère bites: Run a butter knife around the edges of each muffin cup and gently lift out the egg bites. Serve warm.
- Blend batter for Roasted Red Pepper bites: In a clean blender, combine 6 eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, pinch of salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca flour (if using), 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional). Blend on medium-high until smooth, about 20-30 seconds.
- Fill muffin cups (Roasted Red Pepper): Pour the egg mixture into a greased muffin tin, filling each to about 3/4-full. Evenly distribute 1/3 cup chopped jarred roasted red pepper, 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach, and finely chopped green onion among the cups. Gently push the ingredients below the surface with a spoon or skewer.
- Bake Roasted Red Pepper bites: Place the muffin tin on the middle oven rack and bake at 300ºF for 23 to 25 minutes or until set and no longer jiggly. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Remove and serve Roasted Red Pepper bites: Run a butter knife around the edges and lift out each egg bite carefully. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Cooking bacon ahead: For crispy crumbled bacon, bake strips on a foil-lined baking sheet at 400ºF for 15-20 minutes or cook in a skillet until crispy, then crumble once cooled.
- Cornstarch or tapioca flour helps stabilize the eggs and improve texture but is optional.
- The water bath prevents drying and results in tender, custard-like egg bites.
- Egg bites can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
- Feel free to customize ingredients by adding herbs, different cheeses, or veggies as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: egg bites, baked egg bites, healthy breakfast, meal prep, cottage cheese egg bites, bacon egg bites, gruyere egg bites, roasted red pepper egg bites, protein breakfast
