Starbucks Egg Bites are one of the most popular breakfast items on the menu. They are a delicious and convenient way to start your day, with fluffy eggs and flavorful toppings in every bite. And guess what…they’re super easy to make at home! This recipe gives you step-by-step instructions for creating Starbucks Egg Bites right in your own kitchen. Enjoy this restaurant favorite without leaving the comfort of your own home!
RECIPE TIP: Use a generous amount of olive oil or olive oil spray before adding your egg mixture to your muffin tin. I also recommend using cupcake baking cups if you have them on hand – these puppies do NOT want to leave the tin without a fight.
Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chopped turkey bacon
- 6 eggs
- 1 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 1/4 cup cubed gruyere
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp tabasco
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Combine all ingredients (except the turkey bacon) to a blender. Mix on low to medium for 1 minute.
- Oil your muffin tin.
- Place a few pieces of turkey bacon at the bottom of the muffin cups. Pour the egg bite mixture into each cup (aim for about 3/4 full). Add remaining turkey bacon pieces to the top of each cup.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.
Ingredient Breakdown: Packing Nutrition Into Every Bite
Are egg bites a healthy option for breakfast or even a quick snack? AB-SO-LUTELY! There are countless health benefits in these lovely, scrumptious egg bites thanks to it’s powerful ingredients:
- Eggs: Eggs are an incredibly versatile and nutritious food that can offer various health benefits. They are a rich source of proteins, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats that can help boost metabolism, lower cholesterol levels, regulate blood pressure and reduce inflammation.
- Cottage Cheese: Cottage cheese contains high levels of calcium, a mineral essential for strong bones and teeth. It is also an excellent source of protein, which helps to keep the body full and energized throughout the day. Cottage cheese also provides other essential nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium, and selenium.
- Gruyere Cheese: Gruyere rich in calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and other vitamins, and it also contains beneficial bacteria that helps to improve digestion and promote healthy gut flora.
- Turkey Bacon: Turkey bacon is an excellent source of lean protein that can be included in a healthy diet. It is low in fat and cholesterol, which makes it an ideal alternative to pork bacon.
There you have it – a delicious, healthy breakfast that is easy to make and customizable. This Starbucks Egg Bites recipe is the perfect way to start your day with a nutritious meal in no time at all! You can easily adjust this recipe as needed by adding different spices or other ingredients of your choice for some extra flavor. Enjoy these egg bites warm out of the oven or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days – they’re sure to be a hit!