Healthy Egg Bites Recipe (2024)

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This Healthy Egg Bites recipe is a perfect make ahead breakfast for meal prep. I love grabbing these out of the freezer on busy mornings and knowing I just added a quick 15 grams of protein to my day.

Everyone is raving about the Starbucks Sous Vide Egg Bites, but one thing we all agree on is that they’re expensive and not so healthy. I’m sharing my Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites recipe so you can make this healthy breakfast at home and save some cash and calories.

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If you’re more familiar with your Instant Pot or have made these before, feel free to scroll right down to the printable recipe for Healthy Egg Bites.

Table of Contents

Ingredients in Starbucks Egg Bites

This healthy breakfast recipe is made with simple ingredients that are good for you!

  • Eggs Fresh, whole eggs work best. If you’d rather avoid whole eggs, try this recipe for Starbucks Egg White Bites.
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Cottage cheese I use low fat. Nonfat will be too runny to set up properly.
  • Greek yogurt Unflavored is best, and low fat is best for this recipe.
  • Salt
  • Sun dried tomatoes Look for the ones without oil, or drain the oil before using.
  • Chopped fresh basil Fresh is best for this recipe–it really brings out the flavor.

Optional Ingredients

You can make these with just about anything. I have a few recipes at the bottom of this post for other versions I’ve tested and work well. Using new ingredients in this recipe should be done only if you’re familiar with the cooking process and how much water content the ingredients have. Too many bell peppers, for example, and your egg bites won’t set up correctly.

If you’re looking for other options, I recommend these:

  • feta cheese
  • green bell pepper
  • green onions
  • goat cheese
  • jalapeños
  • mushrooms
  • mozzarella cheese
  • parmesan cheese
  • red onion
  • your favorite fresh herbs

How to make Instant Pot Egg Bites

  1. Add eggs, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, and salt to a blender. Blend ingredients together for 30 seconds.
  2. Grease two silicone food molds with olive oil or coconut oil cooking spray. Sprinkle the sun-dried tomatoes and basil in the bottom of each cup, then fill each cup about 3/4 of the way full.
  3. Cover the egg cup molds tightly with foil. Add 2 cups of water to the Instant Pot and then place the trivet on the bottom of the pan. Carefully stack the molds on top of the trivet, slightly offsetting the top one so that the cups are not directly on top of each other.
  4. Cook on high pressure using the Steam function (If you don’t have Steam, Manual is fine) for 8 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release, which means when the cook time is over don’t touch the Steam Vent. After 10 minutes, if your pot hasn’t released all the pressure yet, go ahead and turn the Steam Vent from Sealing to Venting. Remove the silicone molds from the pot and set them aside to cool.
  5. The egg bites rise while cooking, but then settle as they cool. Remove the foil and pop the cooled eggs bites out of the mold. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
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How to make Starbucks Egg Bites in the Oven

Follow the recipe above as written and use a mini-muffin tin to bake these in the oven. I added a casserole dish filled with about 3 1/2 cups of water on the shelf below the muffin tin to help get the steamed fluffy texture that Starbucks is famous for, and I am happy with how it worked.

  1. Bake the Healthy Egg Muffins at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. I used only turkey bacon in these ones.
  2. Spray the mini muffin tin with cooking oil. Fill each cup about 2/3 full with the egg mixture.
  3. Towards the end of the cook time, the bites began popping out of their tins–fyi. One batch of these made 48 mini egg muffins.

The 21 Day Fix Container counts for the base recipe (no tomato, basil, or turkey bacon) for 4 mini egg bites is 1/3 red container and 1/12 blue container. If you need help calculating the rest of the containers for your toppings, you can read how to calculate containers for the 21 Day Fix here.

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Recipe Tips & Questions

  • Microwave for 30 seconds when ready to eat. Reheating in the microwave is the best way I’ve found to enjoy these after they’re cooked.
  • Freeze these individually so they don’t stick together. After they freeze, you can combine them into one container. Wrap the egg bites in a paper towel and pop them in the microwave for a minute or so to thaw and reheat. You can also thaw them on the counter or in the fridge.
  • You can double this recipe, but since you can only cook them in batches of two molds they’ll add some cooking time to your day.
  • Cooking a single layer of these egg bites still requires the same cooking time.
  • Don’t skip the yogurt and cottage cheese! I’ve omitted the heavy cream and cheeses that Starbucks uses and made these egg bites with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt in this Instant Pot egg bite recipe. The tangy yogurt flavor and chunky cottage cheese texture go away because the ingredients are blended together smooth before adding to the recipe.
  • A note about egg bite molds: Egg bite molds are similar to silicone baby food molds. They have a wide variety of uses and perfectly fit in the Instant Pot. If you don’t already have a set of these silicone molds (I used two for this recipe!) you can order them on Amazon. See my list below of other great meals that you can use your molds for.

More healthy egg bite recipes

  • Copycat Red Pepper and BaconEgg Bites
  • Egg White Bites Wrapped in Bacon
  • These dairy free bites are a great protein packed breakfast.
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Healthy Eating Plans

  • 21 Day Fix Container Counts for two of these amazing egg bites: 3/4 red container, 1/2 blue container – I don’t count the green since it’s only 1/7th of a green container.
    • If you’re looking to make these without using your blue container, just leave the shredded cheese out. They’ll still be fluffy and rich because of the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, but they won’t be cheesy.
  • Keto: Two of these bites has just under 3 grams of carbs, making it a great low carb breakfast recipe. For reference, each serving of egg bites from Starbucks has between 9-13 carbs and 7-22 grams of fat, depending on the flavors.
  • Trim Healthy Mama: This is a THM-S recipe as written. It’s the perfect S for your Trim Healthy Mama meal plan.

More recipes using egg bite molds

These molds are so versatile! You can use them to make foods in the Instant Pot or oven, and you can also use them to freeze foods. I love using mine to freeze 1/4 cup servings of chicken broth or pasta sauce.

  • Lasagna Stacks
  • Peanut Butter Lava Cakes
  • Teriyaki Meatballs
  • Mini Meatloaves
  • Healthy Key Lime Custard Bites

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Healthy Egg Bites | Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites

Created by: Becca Ludlum

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Approximate Serving Size: 2 bites

Servings 7 servings

These Healthy Egg Bites are delicious and easy to make in your Instant Pot! Save money by making these Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites at home. Instead of heavy creams and cheeses, these are made with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt.

Equipment

  • Egg Bite Molds

  • Instant Pot 6 qt

  • Silicone Covers

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese
  • ¾ cup cottage cheese
  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup sun dried tomatoes no oil added, if you can find it
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

Instant Pot

  • Add eggs, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, and salt to a blender. Blend ingredients together for 30 seconds. 6 eggs, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup cottage cheese, 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp salt

  • Grease two silicone food molds with olive oil or coconut oil. Sprinkle the sun dried tomatoes and basil in the bottom of each cup. Fill each cup about 3/4 of the way full. 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

  • Cover the silicone molds tightly with foil. Add 2 cups of water to the Instant Pot and place the trivet on the bottom of the pan. Carefully stack the molds on top of the trivet slightly offset so that the cups are not directly on top of each other.

  • Cook on high pressure using the steam function for 8 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release. If it's not released after 10 minutes, go ahead and release it.

  • Remove the silicone molds and let the bites cool. The sous vide eggs rise a bit while cooking, but settle as they cool. Remove the foil and pop the egg bites out of the mold.

  • Store in an air tight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. Microwave for 30 seconds when ready to eat.

Oven

  • For the oven, prepare as directed in recipe and pour into greased mini-muffin tin. Cook at 375 degrees for 20 minutes with a casserole dish of water on the shelf below.More tips are in the post above.

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Notes

Healthy Eating Plans

  • 21 Day Fix Container Counts for two of these amazing egg bites: 3/4 red container, 1/2 blue container – I don’t count the green since it’s only 1/7th of a green container.
  • If you’re looking to make these without using your blue container, just leave the shredded cheese out. They’ll still be fluffy and rich because of the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, but they won’t be cheesy.
  • Keto: Two of these bites has just under 3 grams of carbs, making it a great low carb breakfast recipe. For reference, each serving of egg bites from Starbucks has between 9-13 carbs and 7-22 grams of fat, depending on the flavors.
  • Trim Healthy Mama: This is a THM-S recipe as written. It’s the perfect S for your Trim Healthy Mama meal plan.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bites | Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 279mg | Potassium: 388mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 489IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 2mg

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Healthy recipe creator, self-confessed food snob, and certified Level 1 Precision Nutrition Coach. I create healthy recipes with minimally processed ingredients, but have never turned down a homemade brownie. ;)

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FAQs

Are egg bites healthy for you? ›

Egg bites are an easy to prep, inexpensive meal and snack option. They're high in protein, 9-11 grams per bite, and low in calories, 90-100 calories per bite, to fit your macro needs. They are also very easy to grab and eat when you're in a hurry.

How long can you keep egg bites in the fridge? ›

Technique tip: Store the egg bites in the refrigerator for up three to five days, or in the freezer in an airtight container or freezer zip-top plastic bag for up to two months. Reheat in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds.

Are egg white bites from Starbucks healthy? ›

Overall, Starbucks egg bites can be a part of a healthy diet in moderation, especially if you choose the lower calorie and lower fat options like the egg white and red pepper flavor.

Are Starbucks egg bites keto friendly? ›

In conclusion, while the bacon and Gruyere egg bites from Starbucks are not keto-friendly, the sous vide egg bites with egg white and roasted red pepper and egg white and spinach are relatively low in carbs and high in protein, making them more suitable for a keto diet.

What is the unhealthiest part of an egg? ›

Much of the confusion around eggs has stemmed from the fact that egg yolks contain cholesterol. While egg yolks are high in cholesterol and are a major source of dietary cholesterol, it is saturated fatty acids that have a greater effect on our blood cholesterol levels and, therefore, heart disease risk.

Are egg bites good for weight loss? ›

"Egg Bites are the perfect weight loss breakfast on the go," says Britt Bailey, MSNHP, RDN, LDN. "One serving has 170 calories and 12 grams of protein. I do recommend two orders of Egg Bites.

Why do you put cornstarch on egg bites? ›

Add cornstarch to the egg mixture in order to prevent coagulation of the protein and/or curdling, giving the egg bites a smooth, creamy-like texture.

What ingredients are in Starbucks egg bites? ›

Egg Whites, Cottage Cheese [Cultured Nonfat Milk, Milk, Nonfat Milk, Contains 2 % Or Less Of: Whey, Salt, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Carrageenan, Mono- And Diglycerides, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Natural Flavors, Vitamin A Palmitate, Carbon Dioxide (To Maintain Freshness), Enzymes], Monterey Jack Cheese [Pasteurized ...

Is it OK to freeze egg bites? ›

Transfer frozen egg bites to a freezer-safe Ziplock bag or freezer-safe/airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. How to reheat from frozen: Place desired amount of frozen egg bites on a plate then microwave on 50% power until warmed through, 1 – 2 minutes depending on how many you're reheating.

Why do Starbucks egg bites taste so good? ›

The creamy texture, achieved through the sous vide cooking method, is divine. Adding salty bacon and sharp Gruyere cheese elevates the flavor profile, creating a well-balanced and decadent bite. The convenience of enjoying this delicious breakfast on the go only adds to its appeal.

Are Costco egg bites healthy? ›

Made with real eggs, people love them because they're high in protein, low in carbs, and tasty. They also cost about $5.25 per serving, which is two egg bites.

Why are my egg bites wet? ›

Egg bites become watery when they are overcooked, or if you've accidentally spilled extra water in the pans. While watery eggs aren't a problem for some people, it does alter the texture and can give you the appearance of undercooked eggs.

Are Costco egg bites same as Starbucks? ›

In terms of flavor, Starbucks egg bites ordered at the counter or purchased at Costco taste exactly the same (aside from the fact that only Starbucks cafés have the Kale & Mushroom flavor). The real difference lies in the texture that comes from each cooking method, as well as the convenience.

Why are Starbucks eggs so good? ›

What Are Starbucks Egg Bites? Head to the Starbucks app or website and you'll see the following description of egg bites: “Applewood-smoked bacon and aged Gruyère Monterey Jack cheeses folded into cage-free eggs and cooked using the French 'sous vide' technique to create a velvety texture that's full of flavor.”

Is cottage cheese good on keto? ›

While cottage cheese is known for its high protein content, it also contains a relatively high amount of carbs and not that much fat, making it a less-than-ideal choice for keto. A ½-cup serving of cottage cheese contains 88 calories, 2.4 g of fat, 4.5 g of carbs, and 11.6 g of protein, per the USDA.

Are egg bites a good source of protein? ›

Two egg bites yield 14 grams of protein and two whole eggs. After baking, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for breakfast throughout the week. If you prepare a couple combinations and in bulk, you can freeze the bites for future consumption.

Are Starbucks egg bites good protein? ›

Velvety cage-free eggs with aged Gruyere and Monterey Jack cheese are topped with a layer of Applewood smoked bacon. Two Bacon and Gruyere bites have 310 calories per serving and 19 grams of protein.

Are Starbucks egg bites real eggs? ›

For egg bites, which are essentially savory egg custard, sous vide gently cooks the eggs for a soft and fluffy finish and even texture throughout.

Is egg sandwich healthy or unhealthy? ›

It's high in protein, vitamins, and minerals which provide numerous health benefits like weight management and energy boost throughout the day. Moreover, it's budget-friendly and easy to make with various recipes to suit different tastes.

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