Easy Cheesy Egg Bites Recipe
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These easy cheesy Egg Bites are the perfect solution when you need a quick, tasty meal that fits right into your busy day. Packed with fresh veggies and savory cheese, they’re easy to customize and even easier to make. Baked in a muffin tin, they’re ideal for breakfast on the go, meal prepping, or adding something special to your next brunch.
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Similar to Starbucks egg bites, these homemade egg bites are simple to make but pack a real flavor. Perfect for meal prep, you can make a batch of these and have breakfast, brunch, or lunch box snacks ready for days ahead.
Kids love them and hardly notice the veggies you can slip into them. But they’re also special enough for the holidays and are perfect on Thanksgiving or Christmas morning.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Egg Bites with Step-By-Step Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F/175°C.
Sauté the Vegetables
Start by spraying a skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heating over medium heat. Toss in your favorite chopped veggies—think bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, green onions, tomatoes, or spinach—and cook them until they’re tender, which should take around 4 to 8 minutes.
Once they’re done, remove the skillet from the heat and drain any extra liquid. This step is key to keeping your egg bites from getting soggy.
Get Your Muffin Tin Ready
Generously spray your muffin tin with non-stick spray. This step is essential to ensure that your egg bites come out easily without sticking.
Mix the Egg Base
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper. This mixture will provide the fluffy base for your egg bites.
Assemble the Egg Bites
Begin by dividing the cooked vegetable mix evenly between the muffin holes. Next, add your chosen vegetarian meat—whether it’s ham, sausage, pepperoni, salami, or bacon—on top of the vegetables.
Finish off with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese over each portion.
Pour the Egg Mixture
Carefully pour the egg mixture over the vegetable and veggie meat mix in each muffin hole. Leave a little room at the top, as the egg bites will puff up as they bake.
Bake to Perfection
Place the muffin tin in your preheated oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) until the egg bites are set, approximately 20 minutes.
Once done, remove from the oven and the muffin cups. Serve them immediately for a warm treat, or let them cool to enjoy later.
Equipment
- 12 Hole muffin tin
Ingredients
- Non-stick oil spray
- 2 ½ cups mixed vegetables, e.g. bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach chopped
- 7 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetarian ham, pepperoni, salami, or bacon chopped ¼
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F/175°C.
- Spray a skillet with non-stick spray and then, over medium heat add your chosen vegetables and cook until they are softened approximately 4 – 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain off any excess fluid.Non-stick oil spray, 2 ½ cups mixed vegetables, e.g. bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach
- Spray your muffin tin with a generous amount of non-stick spray. In a small bowl, mix eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper to taste. Now divide the vegetable mix between the muffin holes, then divide the vegetarian meat and place it on top of the vegetables, and then the cheese.7 large eggs, ¼ cup milk, ½ cup vegetarian ham, pepperoni, salami, or bacon, Salt and pepper to taste, ¼ cup cheddar cheese
- Pour the egg mixture on top of the vegetable and veggie meat mix, just enough so that there is a little room at the top as they will puff up. Bake until the egg bites are set, approximately 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and either serve them immediately or alternatively you can eat them cold. Enjoy your egg bites!
Notes
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to mix and match vegetables based on what you have on hand. Just ensure they’re cooked and drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Perfect Puff: Leaving a little room at the top of each muffin hole allows the egg bites to puff up nicely without overflowing.
- Cheese Choices: While cheddar is a classic, you can experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella, feta, or gouda for different flavors.
- Vegetarian Meat Alternatives: If you prefer, you can skip the vegetarian meat and load up on more veggies or even add some cooked quinoa for extra protein.
- Serving Size: This recipe makes enough for several servings, making it perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
- Non-Stick Tip: Ensure you spray both the skillet and muffin tin generously with non-stick spray to avoid any sticking issues.
- Adjusting Seasonings: Taste your vegetable mixture before assembling the egg bites to check for seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
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Recipe Notes and Expert Tips
Here are some of my top tips to make sure your egg bites are perfect for you each time you make them.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to mix and match vegetables based on what you have on hand. Just ensure they’re cooked and drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Perfect Puff: Leaving a little room at the top of each muffin hole allows the egg bites to puff up nicely without overflowing.
- Cheese Choices: While cheddar is a classic, you can experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella, feta, or gouda for different flavors.
- Vegetarian Meat Alternatives: If you prefer, you can skip the vegetarian meat and load up on more veggies or even add some cooked quinoa for extra protein.
- Serving Size: This recipe makes enough for several servings, making it perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
- Non-Stick Tip: Ensure you spray both the skillet and muffin tin generously with non-stick spray to avoid any sticking issues.
- Adjusting Seasonings: Taste your vegetable mixture before assembling the egg bites to check for seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
How to Store Leftover Egg Bites
Store your leftover egg bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For longer storage, you can freeze them—just be sure to let them cool completely before wrapping them individually and placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
They’ll keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply microwave them for a minute or warm them in the oven until heated through.
What to Serve With Egg Bites
Egg bites make a great standalone breakfast, but you can also pair them with a fresh green salad, some whole-grain toast, or a side of fruit for a more complete meal. For a brunch spread, consider serving them alongside yogurt and granola or a light soup.
More Easy Breakfast Recipes for You to Try at Home
If you love our egg bites recipe, then why not try these easy recipes?
- Egg Casserole
- Moist Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Easy Strawberry Pancakes
- Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
- French Toast Casserole
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