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Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites: Meal Prep Protein Power

Three golden brown, baked egg bites filled with spinach and bacon served on a white plate.
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Make better-than-Starbucks egg bites at home. These protein-packed muffin tin egg cups are perfect for quick breakfasts and easy meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Gruyere recommended)
  • 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup cooked, crumbled bacon or diced ham (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cooked spinach, squeezed dry (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until completely smooth. This step is key for a creamy texture.
  3. If using fillings, divide the bacon/ham and spinach evenly among the muffin cups.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the fillings in each cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
  5. Place the muffin tin in a large baking pan. Carefully pour hot water into the baking pan until the water reaches halfway up the sides of the muffin tin cups. This water bath creates steam for a smooth texture.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  7. Carefully remove the muffin tin from the water bath. Let the egg bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing them.
  8. Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for easy meal prep.

Notes

  • For the creamiest texture, use an immersion blender to blend the egg mixture until very smooth before pouring.
  • If you do not have a blender, whisk vigorously for at least two minutes to incorporate air.
  • These are excellent reheated in an air fryer for 3-4 minutes at 350°F for a slightly firmer exterior.

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