Description
These Delicious High Protein Egg White Bites are a nutritious and easy-to-make breakfast or snack option. Packed with protein from egg whites and cottage cheese, and boosted with fresh spinach and red bell pepper, these bites are light yet satisfying. Perfect for meal prep, they bake to golden perfection and can be enjoyed warm or stored for later.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 8 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Vegetables and Cheese
- 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Other
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the egg bites.
- Blend Egg Mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the egg whites, cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and frothy, creating a fluffy base for your egg bites.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the blended egg mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Add Vegetables and Cheese: Evenly sprinkle the chopped spinach, diced red bell pepper, and optional shredded cheddar cheese on top of the egg mixture in each muffin cup.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and the edges turn a light golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the egg bites cool briefly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm immediately, or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- You can customize these bites by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs for different flavors.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, omit the cottage cheese and cheddar or use dairy-free alternatives.
- These egg white bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Using a blender ensures a smooth and fluffy texture, but you can whisk the ingredients by hand if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
