Description
Delicious and protein-packed Breakfast Egg Bites with ham, cheddar cheese, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a convenient snack on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Ham
- 1 cup ham, cut into small cubes
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
Other
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350º Fahrenheit and generously spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables and Ham: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ham, chopped red bell pepper, and chopped red onion. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until the peppers and onions are slightly tender.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the eggs and milk until blended.
- Add Cheese and Green Onions: Stir the sliced green onions and grated cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. For a denser texture, use a fork to blend instead of whisking.
- Combine All Ingredients: Fold the sautéed ham and vegetable mixture into the egg mixture, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Pour the combined mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan cups.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 350º Fahrenheit for 16 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the egg bites are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the egg bites cool slightly, then carefully remove them from the pan and serve warm.
Notes
- These egg bites are a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast or afternoon snack option.
- Using a fork instead of a whisk creates a denser, more custard-like texture.
- You can substitute ham with cooked bacon or sausage for variety.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables and nutrients.
- These egg bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 109 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.004 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg
