Description
These Egg White Bites are a protein-packed, flavorful breakfast option that is perfect for meal prep. Light and fluffy, they are filled with veggies and cheese, making them a satisfying and healthy way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg White Bites:
- 1 cup liquid egg whites (or whites from about 6 large eggs)
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup mini muffin tin with olive oil spray.
- Prepare the mixture: In a blender or mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in the diced red bell pepper, spinach, and onion.
- Fill the muffin tin: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the bites are set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- These bites are freezer-friendly and great for meal prep.
- Try variations like mushrooms, tomatoes, jalapeños, or turkey bacon.
- For dairy-free, use a plant-based cheese and skip the cottage cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
