Easy Italian Egg Bites
A quick and easy breakfast that practically takes no time to throw together. Mini Italian Egg Bites with eggs, ham, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, and simple Italian seasoning. Topped with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a protein packed healthy breakfast! FREEZER FRIENDLY TOO!
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese do not use non-fat
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese blend
- 1/2 cup diced, cooked ham or use cooked breakfast sausage or bacon
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- freshly grated parmesan for topping optional
- chopped Italian parsley for topping optional
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and spray mini muffin pan generously with non-stick cooking spray, unless using silicone.
- In a medium size mixing bowl add eggs, cottage cheese, ham (or meat of choice) shredded cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Whisk until completly combined and eggs are broken up.
- Using a small cooking scoop or spoon, fill prepared muffin cups 3/4 of the way full. There should be enough for 16 minis. NOTE: If using regular size muffin pan, you should get between 10-12 egg bites.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-32 minutes. The tops should feel set and spring back when done. Top with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
Tips:
Meat- Cooked bacon, ham, and breakfast sausage work great for egg bites. Make sure to drain the excess grease before adding it to the eggs.
Cheese- Use shredded cheddar, sharp cheddar, colby jack, or even pepper jack if you want to add a little heat.
Herbs- Use your favorite dried or fresh herbs to add a boost of flavor.
Storing and Freezing- Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze in airtight Ziploc bags for up to 3 months. Make sure egg bites are completely cooled before putting them in the freezer.
Reheating egg bites- If reheating from refrigerator, place egg bites on top of paper towel on microwave safe plate and heat for 30 to 40 seconds. Do the same thing when frozen and cook for 1 minute and 20 seconds.
Calories and nutritional facts include 4 mini egg bites.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be understood as an estimate rather than a guarantee. The Menu Maid makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.