Cheddar & Deli Ham Egg Bites
Fluffy, savory egg bites packed with sharp cheddar cheese and diced deli ham, perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack. These make excellent meal prep additions for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- •8 piece Large eggs
- •1/4 cup Milk or half-and-half
- •1/2 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- •4 oz Deli ham (finely diced)
- •1/4 tsp Salt
- •1/8 tsp Black pepper
- •to taste to taste Cooking spray (for muffin tin)
Instructions
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin with cooking spray, ensuring each cup is well-coated to prevent sticking.
Time: 5 min - 2.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or half-and-half, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Time: 3 min - 3.
Evenly distribute the finely diced deli ham and shredded sharp cheddar cheese among the 12 prepared muffin cups. Aim for roughly equal amounts in each cup.
Time: 4 min - 4.
Carefully pour the whisked egg mixture over the ham and cheese in each muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full. Do not overfill, as the egg bites will puff up slightly during baking.
Time: 3 min - 5.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set, lightly puffed, and golden brown on top. A knife inserted into the center of an egg bite should come out clean.
Time: 25 min - 6.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes. This helps them firm up and makes them easier to remove. Gently run a knife around the edges if needed, then pop them out and serve warm.
Time: 5 min
Tips
- 💡For meal prep, allow the egg bites to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
- 💡Get creative with add-ins! Try different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Swiss, or other cooked meats like sausage or bacon bits. Sautéed veggies like spinach, bell peppers, or onions are also great additions.
- 💡To make clean-up even easier, you can use silicone muffin liners or paper liners, though cooking spray is usually sufficient for non-stick tins.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by Shannon Williams