Egg Bite Recipe
Effortless and nourishing, these savory egg bites make for a superb prepare-ahead breakfast. With a rich texture and versatile flavor, they are ideal for busy weekdays. Keto-friendly and vegetarian, they store well in the refrigerator or freezer and reheat beautifully.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 –1/2 cup fresh basil finely ribboned (alternatives: cilantro or dill)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheese gruyère, mozzarella, cheddar, pepper jack, etc.
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 inch-deep water for steaming
- 1 roasted bell pepper diced or sliced (jarred or canned green chilies, drained, may be substituted)
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese optional
- 1 1/4 cups full-fat cottage cheese 4% milkfat recommended
- 6 –12 cherry tomatoes halved (optional)
- Olive oil for greasing muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and position a shallow pan filled with 1/4 inch of water on the lower oven rack to generate steam. Prepare a standard non-stick muffin tin by greasing it thoroughly with olive oil; use muffin liners if your tin isn’t non-stick.
- In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture becomes velvety and uniform.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each to approximately three-quarters full.
- Distribute roasted bell pepper pieces and basil over the surface, gently stirring some of the ingredients into the batter. Optionally, top each with half a cherry tomato and a dusting of parmesan.
- Place the muffin tin on the middle rack directly above the pan of water and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the egg bites are puffed and lightly golden. Center portions may require a couple of additional minutes to fully set.
- Allow them to cool for 5 to 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and carefully lift each bite out with a spoon.
- Store refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat before serving.
Notes
Full-fat cottage cheese is essential for achieving the correct consistency; low-fat versions contain excess moisture and may cause the bites to collapse.
The steam created by the pan of water contributes to a smooth, custard-like texture.
Flavor combinations can be customized—try adding smoked salmon and dill, sun-dried tomato with olives, bacon with cheddar, or green chilies paired with cilantro and pepper jack.
The steam created by the pan of water contributes to a smooth, custard-like texture.
Flavor combinations can be customized—try adding smoked salmon and dill, sun-dried tomato with olives, bacon with cheddar, or green chilies paired with cilantro and pepper jack.