Description
These Breakfast Egg Bites are a delicious and protein-packed morning meal featuring eggs, cheddar cheese, ham, and fresh vegetables. Baked in a mini muffin pan, they make a convenient, flavorful breakfast or snack that is easy to prepare and perfect for on-the-go enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ham, cut into small cubes
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º Fahrenheit. Generously spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables and Ham: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ham, red bell pepper, and red onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the peppers and onions are slightly tender and fragrant.
- Mix Eggs and Dairy: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined. For a denser texture, use a fork to blend instead of whisking.
- Add Cheese and Green Onions: Stir the sliced green onions and grated cheddar cheese into the egg mixture, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold the sautéed ham and vegetable mixture into the egg and cheese mixture thoroughly.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Pour the combined egg mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan cups, filling them almost to the top.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake at 350º Fahrenheit for 16 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the egg bites are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool briefly before removing them from the muffin pan. Serve warm as a hearty breakfast or snack.
Notes
- Homemade breakfast egg bites are a nutritious, protein-packed, and healthy breakfast option.
- They make an ideal breakfast-on-the-go or an afternoon snack.
- You can substitute ham with turkey or bacon according to your preference.
- For a vegetarian version, omit ham and add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Cheese varieties such as mozzarella or pepper jack can be used for different flavors.
- These egg bites can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in a microwave for convenience.
- Adding a pinch of paprika or herbs like parsley can enhance flavor and presentation.
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
