These Bacon & Cheddar Egg Bites are everything you love about a hearty breakfast, packed into perfectly portioned, grab-and-go bites. With crispy bacon, melty cheddar cheese, and fluffy eggs baked to perfection, they’re ideal for meal prep, school lunches, or a quick keto-friendly snack. Make a batch ahead — they reheat beautifully!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins
🔥 Bake Time: 25 mins
⏱️ Total Time: 35 mins
🍽️ Servings: 12 egg bites
🔢 Calories per Serving: ~120
📝 Ingredients:
- 🥚 8 large eggs
- 🥛 ¼ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 🥓 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 🧅 ¼ cup finely chopped green onions (optional)
- 🧂 ½ tsp salt
- 🌿 ¼ tsp black pepper
- 🧈 Nonstick spray or butter, for greasing muffin tin
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prep Tin
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray or butter.
2️⃣ Whisk the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bites
Divide the chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, and green onions (if using) evenly among the muffin cups. Pour the egg mixture over the fillings, about ¾ full in each cup.
4️⃣ Bake Until Set
Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the centers are set and the tops are slightly puffed and golden.
5️⃣ Cool & Store
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then gently loosen with a knife and transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- ✅ Low-carb & high-protein
- ✅ Great for meal prep or grab-and-go breakfasts
- ✅ Customizable with different meats, cheeses, or veggies
- ✅ Kid-friendly & freezer-friendly
- ✅ Just as good reheated as fresh!
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