Description
These High Protein Egg Bites are a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option packed with eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and veggies. Baked to perfection with a creamy texture and savory flavor, they make an easy make-ahead meal for a healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
Vegetables and Cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Protein
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon or turkey sausage (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with silicone molds to prevent sticking.
- Blend Base Ingredients: In a blender, combine the eggs, Greek yogurt, and cottage cheese. Blend until the mixture is smooth and frothy, ensuring a creamy texture for the egg bites.
- Mix in Vegetables and Cheese: Pour the blended egg mixture into a large bowl. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped spinach, and diced bell pepper. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, mixing thoroughly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the prepared mixture evenly into the muffin cups. If you are using cooked bacon or turkey sausage, add a portion to each cup on top or mixed in as desired.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the centers of the egg bites are set and the tops turn lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before carefully removing.
Notes
- You can substitute spinach and bell pepper with other vegetables like mushrooms or tomatoes based on preference.
- Use turkey sausage for a leaner protein option instead of bacon.
- Egg bites are great for meal prepping and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds before eating for best taste.
