Spinach and Cheese Breakfast Egg Bites
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Spinach and Cheese Breakfast Egg Bites
Description
This recipe combines whisked eggs with salt, milk, shredded mild cheddar cheese, and chopped spinach, gently folded together then portioned into greased muffin cups. They’re topped with Parmesan cheese and baked at 350°F until the eggs are set and golden around the edges, resulting in a tender yet slightly firm texture. The cheddar adds a melted, creamy component while the Parmesan creates a flavorful crust on top.
The flavor is subtly cheesy with fresh vegetable notes from the spinach, providing a balanced savory bite. The individual baking method allows even cooking and convenient portion sizes.
These egg bites can be served warm for breakfast or brunch and work well as a convenient grab-and-go option. Their rich protein and cheese content offer a satisfying start to the day or a fulfilling snack option. Due to their compact size, they’re also suitable for meal prepping or packed lunches.
Ingredients
- 7 egg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup spinach roughly chopped
- ¾ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the cups of a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until evenly combined. Add the salt, milk, cheddar cheese, and spinach and mix well.
- Spoon the egg mixture into the muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each cup.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the edges become golden and the eggs are set.
- Remove from the oven and carefully remove the egg bites before serving warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bite | |
| Calories | 103kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 251mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 524IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 164mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.