Description
Start your day with these warm, fluffy, and flavorful High Protein Egg Bites, perfect for anyone seeking a quick breakfast, easy recipe, healthy snack, or protein-rich food idea. Packed with savory feta, roasted cherry tomatoes, and hearty spinach, these bites bring gourmet flavor and essential nutrients in a portable, freezer-friendly form. Whether you’re meal prepping, following a keto lifestyle, or simply need new breakfast ideas, this easy dinner or snack option delivers in both taste and convenience.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach (fresh or sautéed frozen)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 6–8 roasted cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil or non-stick spray (for greasing)
Optional add-ins:
- Chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or onions
- Cooked turkey bacon or sausage bits
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil
- Extra shredded cheese like cheddar or mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or use a silicone muffin mold.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cottage cheese (or yogurt), milk, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Add chopped spinach and feta to the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- Divide mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
- Top each cup with halved roasted cherry tomatoes and extra feta if desired.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until centers are set and tops are lightly golden.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or store for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes