Description
Protein-packed Egg Bites from Italy blend Mediterranean flavors with nutritious ingredients. Savory morsels deliver quick protein and delightful taste for health-conscious individuals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 large handful fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup julienned fresh basil leaves
- 1 (8-ounce / 226 grams) jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Combine eggs, cottage cheese, and salt in a blender, processing until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Gently fold sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and basil into the blended mixture, stirring until evenly distributed throughout.
- Carefully distribute the egg mixture among the prepared muffin cups, filling each compartment to approximately three-quarters full.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of each egg bite and add a light dusting of freshly ground black pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes, watching for a puffy texture and slight firmness in the center.
- Remove from oven and allow the egg bites to cool on a wire rack for at least 5 minutes, during which they will naturally settle and slightly deflate.
Notes
- Choose silicone muffin molds for easier removal and less chance of sticking compared to traditional metal pans.
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor profile and similar protein content if you prefer.
- Customize mix-ins by replacing sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers or adding crispy bacon bits for extra savory depth.
- Store egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and quickly reheat in microwave for 30 seconds for a quick protein-packed breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 380 mg