Egg Bites Recipe in Instant Pot or Air Fryer (2024)

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Low carb egg bites is a quick and easy healthy breakfast recipe similar toStarbucks sous vide egg bites. These vegetarian egg bites are perfect for protein-packed breakfast or lunch!

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Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites
What are Egg bites
Why you will love this recipe
Ingredients
Variations and Substitutions
How To Make Air Fryer Egg Bites
Instant Pot Egg Bites
Useful Kitchen Tools
Leftovers and Storage
Serving Suggestions
Pro Tips
FAQ
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Egg Bites Recipe in Instant Pot or Air Fryer

This recipe lists how to make velvety soft , spongy and fluffy egg bites in air fryer and Instant pot. I am also listing several substations to make this wholesome andbudget friendly egg recipe.

Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites

These delicious eggbites are very similar to the ones you get at Starbucks. However if you make them at home, they cost fraction of what you pay at Starbucks.

Don’t spend $5 per person on an Egg Bite at Starbucks when you can make them at home for the entire family for that amount. These sous vide style Egg Bites are delicious and fast! They’re also easy and versatile.

So let’s save the money and make these little egg muffins for perfect on the go breakfast.Similar to Pumpkin Spice Muffins and Sweet Iced Tea, this Starbucks’s style recipe is inexpensive and wallet friendly.

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What are Egg bites

Eggs bites are small egg muffins cooked with eggs, cheese and chopped veggies. You cook them in ramekins, silicone cups or silicon molds.

These keto egg bites can be made in the Instant Pot or air fryer. All in all, this 30 minute recipe makes best low-carb, low-calorie bites that are perfect for snack or breakfast.

This low-carb and keto-friendly recipe shows how to cook eggs in the air fryer. This recipe also is suitable for meal prepping and freezer friendly.

Why you will love this recipe

It’s quick and easy. Egg bites takejust minutesto prepare and cook quickly.

They are perfect for meal prep and freezing. Theyreheat well. So you can have healthy breakfast instantly.

Eggs are inexpensive and wholesome. Our keto egg salad, avocado egg salad, Indian Egg curry are all wonderful meals.

Use your leftover vegetables, roasted vegetables and meats as add-ins. This recipe is super versatile and adaptable.

Enjoy family friendly, kids approved protein packed breakfast bites that are low carb satisfying and loaded with flavor.

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Ingredients

EGGS: Either white or brown eggs work.

VEGGIES: Colored bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, spinach or zucchini works well. Chop them small. Adds in fiber to the nutrients mix.

Cheese : Cottage cheese makes them velvety creamy while adding extra boost of protein and calcium. Italian or other cheese blend adds nice flavors.

MILK : Either regular or plant based milk like Almond milk works. When blended with eggs, it makes these bites fluffy and airy.

SEASONING: All Purpose seasoning, everything but bagel or other flavoring of your choice. Garlic powder, black pepper and salt also works if you want to keep things simple.

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Variations and Substitutions

You can add cooked meats like bacon bites, chopped ham, chopped breakfast sausage links, or shredded chicken, beef, or pork.

Besides regular eggs, you can use egg whites, or even store-bought liquid eggs in a carton. JUST EGGS also work.

How To Make Air Fryer Egg Bites

In a mixer or blender, add eggs, cottage cheese, seasoning and milk. Blend till eggs are well incorporated.

Pour the mixture into the mixing bowl. Add shredded cheese and half of the veggies. Mix well. Gently whisk to combine.

Spray the silicone molds with oil. Pour the egg mixture into each of the silicone molds. Only fill ¾ of the mold since eggs will expand on cooking.

Sprinkle in the remaining half of all of the veggies on top.

Cook the egg bite cups for 12-15 minutes at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Insert a toothpick in the center. When the toothpick comes out clean, the eggs have set.

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Instant Pot Egg Bites

Pour 1.5 cups of cold water into the inner pot of the pressure cooker and place a trivet inside the inner pot.

Leftovers and Storage

Keep egg bites in a sealed zip-lock bag or a container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

You can also freeze them up to 3 months. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap for easy portions.

Reheat in a preheated air fryer for about 4 minutes. You can also let them thaw on the kitchen counter for couple hours and eat cold.

Serving Suggestions

These healthy breakfast bites are perfect for grab n go breakfast for busy mornings. They are also great for afternoon snack. You can eat them warm or cold.

To serve them for elaborate breakfast, pair it with Sweet Potato Stir Fry, Avocado Toast or Banana Oatmeal Cookies. Custard Yogurt Toast, Tofu Scramble and Apple Pie Oatmeal are also superb options.

Check out our scrumptious breakfast recipes for various pancakes, waffles, toasts and breads to elaborate brunch and leisurely breakfast.

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Pro Tips

To avoid spillage, I recommend you place thesilicone moldsin the air fryer before pouring in the egg mixture. This way you don’t have to move the filled cups.
Whisk the eggs until the yolks are separated. You should see no bits of white or yolk.

Use cooked veggies or quickly make them in the microwave for a minute before adding to the egg mixture. Raw veggies don’t cook properly in egg mixture.

This recipe works best at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. We have tested it on several different temperatures but anything higher than 300 degrees caused the eggs to brown much too quickly on top.

Don’t add too many mix-ins or the egg bites won’t hold together.

We use silicone moldfor egg bites that are perfect for both InstantPot and Air fryer. You can use a small muffin pan or even small ramekins that fit.

Cooking time might vary slightly depending upon the size of mold and brand of the air-fryer.

Do not use the plastic cover that comes with the silicone molds in the air-fryer.

Only fill ¾ of the egg mold with ingredients. Eggs will expand and rise upon cooking. So leave some space on top.

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FAQ

What are egg bites?

Eggs bites are small egg muffins cooked with eggs, cheese and chopped veggies. You cook them in ramekins, silicone cups or silicon molds.

Are egg bites healthy?

Yes. Egg bites are keto – low carb and protein rich vegetarian breakfast. 1 egg bite with one large egg, cheese and added vegetables have 129 calories, 3g of carbohydrates and 10 gms of protein.

Can I make egg bites with JUST EGG?

Yes. you can use plant based JUST EGG t make egg bites. Use 3Tablespoons to replace one chicken egg.