Starbucks-Style Cheesy Bacon Egg Bites Recipe

Introduction

These Starbucks-style egg bites are creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory bacon. They make a perfect protein-rich breakfast or snack that’s easy to prepare and enjoy throughout the week.

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• ⅔ cup whole fat cottage cheese
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3-4 pinches ground black pepper
• 1 ½ cups shredded gruyère cheese
• ⅓ cup chopped cooked bacon (about 5-6 slices)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Position a rack in the center of the oven and a second rack just below it. Place an empty baking sheet on the lower rack and fill it with water to create steam.
2. Step 2: Spray a muffin pan generously with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a blender, add the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and black pepper. Blend for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
4. Step 4: Pour the egg mixture into a large bowl and stir in the shredded gruyère cheese.
5. Step 5: Using a ladle or measuring cup, fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the egg mixture. Distribute the cheese evenly across all cups.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle the chopped cooked bacon evenly over the tops of each filled muffin cup.
7. Step 7: Place the muffin pan on the middle oven rack and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the centers are set and not jiggly.
8. Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow the egg bites to cool completely before carefully removing them from the pan. Loosen around the edges with a small silicone spatula if needed.

Tips & Variations

• For a vegetarian option, substitute the bacon with sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
• Use a mixture of cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella if gruyère is unavailable.
• If you don’t have a blender, whisk the eggs and cottage cheese vigorously until smooth.
• To make these dairy-free, try replacing cottage cheese and gruyère with dairy-free alternatives and avoid bacon or use turkey bacon.

Storage

Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, microwave for 30-60 seconds until warmed through. They also freeze well; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these egg bites without a blender?

Yes, you can vigorously whisk the eggs and cottage cheese by hand until smooth, though a blender helps achieve a creamier texture.

What if I don’t have gruyère cheese?

Gruyère adds a nutty flavor, but you can substitute it with other melting cheeses like cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss for a similar result.

Starbucks-Style Cheesy Bacon Egg Bites Recipe

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These Starbucks-inspired Egg Bites are a creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed breakfast treat. Made with eggs, cottage cheese, gruyère, and bacon, they are baked in a steam bath to create a soft, custard-like texture that’s perfect for a quick, satisfying morning meal or snack.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 8 egg bites 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

• 8 large eggs
• ⅔ cup whole fat cottage cheese
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3–4 pinches ground black pepper

Add-ins

• 1 ½ cups shredded gruyère cheese
• ⅓ cup chopped cooked bacon (about 5–6 slices)

Additional

• Nonstick cooking spray
• Water (for steam bath)

Instructions

1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 300°F with the oven rack placed in the center position. Place a second rack just beneath it and set an empty baking sheet on the lower rack. Fill this baking sheet with water to create steam during baking. Spray a muffin pan thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
2. Blend the Egg Mixture: In a blender, combine 8 large eggs, ⅔ cup whole fat cottage cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 3-4 pinches of ground black pepper. Blend the mixture for about 15-20 seconds until it becomes smooth and uniform.
3. Mix in Cheese: Transfer the blended egg mixture to a large bowl. Stir in 1 ½ cups of shredded gruyère cheese evenly.
4. Fill Muffin Pan: Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour the egg and cheese mixture into the prepared muffin pan wells, filling each no more than two-thirds full. Try to distribute the cheese evenly throughout the wells while filling.
5. Add Bacon Topping: Sprinkle ⅓ cup of chopped cooked bacon evenly over the top of the egg mixture-filled wells.
6. Bake to Set: Place the muffin pan on the middle oven rack, above the water-filled baking sheet, and bake for 30-35 minutes until the centers are set and firm to the touch.
7. Cool and Remove: Remove the pan from the oven and let the egg bites cool completely before removing them from the muffin pan. To ease removal, gently run a small silicone spatula around the edges of each well before lifting the egg bites out.

Notes

• Using a water bath creates a steam environment that helps the egg bites become incredibly soft and custard-like.
• Gruyère cheese can be substituted with other melting cheeses such as cheddar or mozzarella if preferred.
• Cook bacon ahead of time and chop finely to ensure even distribution and topping.
• Allow the egg bites to cool thoroughly before removing to avoid breaking or sticking.
• These egg bites can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick, protein-rich breakfast option.

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