Description
These High-Protein Egg White Bites are a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option, packed with protein from egg whites and cottage cheese, complemented by colorful veggies and melted shredded cheese. They’re easy to prepare, baked to perfection in muffin tins, and perfect for meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs (use only the whites)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced spinach
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Whisk Egg Whites: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until they are slightly frothy, helping to incorporate some air for fluffier bites.
- Add Ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, diced onions, diced spinach, salt, and black pepper into the bowl with the egg whites.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring an even distribution of vegetables and cheese.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each nearly to the top.
- Bake: Bake the egg white bites in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and Loosen: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the bites cool for a few minutes. Use a butter knife to carefully loosen the edges of each bite from the tin.
- Serve: Remove the egg white bites from the muffin tin carefully and serve warm. Enjoy these high-protein bites as a wholesome snack or breakfast!
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.
- Use only egg whites for a lean, high-protein option; whole eggs can be substituted if desired but will increase fat and calories.
- These egg white bites can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds before serving for best taste.
- Use non-stick spray or line the muffin tins with silicone liners for easier removal.
