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Egg Bites Recipe No Cottage Cheese: 5 Easy Variations You’ll Love


  • Author: Olivia Hart
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 egg bites 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Looking for a tasty breakfast? Try this egg bites recipe no cottage cheese with 5 easy variations that everyone will love. Discover new flavors!


Ingredients

Scale

For the basic egg bites recipe no cottage cheese, you’ll need:

  • 6 large eggs (farm-fresh if possible)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese (I like a mix of cheddar and Gruyère)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, but adds lovely depth)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Equipment

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 12-cup silicone muffin pan or regular muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray. If using a regular muffin tin, I highly recommend using silicone or parchment liners for easy removal.

Pro tip: A silicone muffin pan works wonders for this egg bites recipe no cottage cheese – the bites pop right out without any fuss!

Step 2: Whisk The Base

Whisk the eggs and heavy cream in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy. Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and whisk again.

My little secret? I sometimes use an immersion blender for about 30 seconds to incorporate a bit more air into the mixture, resulting in fluffier egg bites.

Step 3: Add Cheese

Fold in the shredded cheese, reserving a small amount to sprinkle on top before baking if desired.

Step 4: Add Mix-ins For Your Chosen Variation

Now comes the fun part! Choose one of the variations below (or create your own) and fold the ingredients gently into your egg mixture.

Step 5: Fill The Muffin Cups

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. The egg bites will puff up during baking but will settle as they cool.

Step 6: Bake To Perfection

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are slightly golden and the centers are set but still moist.

Step 7: Cool And Serve

Allow the egg bites to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm, or cool completely before storing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 egg bites
  • Calories: 230

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