Description
These Breakfast Egg Bites are a delicious, protein-packed morning meal featuring eggs, ham, cheese, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, they are baked to golden perfection in a mini muffin pan and easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Protein
- 1 cup ham, cut into small cubes
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
Other
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º Fahrenheit and generously spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables and Ham: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ham, red bell pepper, and red onion. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until the peppers and onions are slightly tender.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined.
- Add Cheese and Green Onions: Stir in grated cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. For a denser texture, use a fork to blend instead of whisking.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold the sautéed ham and vegetable mixture into the egg mixture, stirring well to incorporate all ingredients.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Pour the combined mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan cups.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 350º F for 16 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the egg bites are set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool slightly before removing them from the pan. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- These egg bites are a nutritious and protein-packed breakfast option that can also work well as a handy snack for any time of day.
- Customize by adding your favorite veggies or swapping ham for turkey or bacon to suit dietary preferences.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cheddar cheese with a vegan cheese alternative or omit it entirely.
- Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave for a quick meal.
- Use a fork instead of a whisk to blend the egg mixture if you prefer a denser texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 109 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.004 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg
