Egg White Bites
Looking for a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option? These egg white bites are packed with protein, easy to customize, and perfect for meal prepping. This ultimate guide will walk you through creating the best egg white bites, ensuring they're both nutritious and incredibly tasty!
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 2 cups Egg Whites approximately 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese low-fat or full-fat
- 1/4 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Spinach chopped
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/4 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions
- 1/4 cup Cooked Bacon or Ham crumbled
- 1/4 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
- A few dashes Hot Sauce optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin thoroughly with cooking spray.
- Chop the spinach, bell pepper, and green onions if you're using them.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg whites and cottage cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the Monterey Jack cheese, spinach, and any other desired add-ins.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. They should be set and lightly golden.
- Let the egg white bites cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before removing them.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Store leftover egg white bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Notes
Experiment with different cheese and vegetable combinations to find your favorites. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the egg white and cottage cheese mixture.