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Breakfast egg bites are a drool-worthy, mouthwatering recipe that can instantly disappear from your breakfast table. Just like the Starbucks copycat egg bites, this recipe suits a low-calorie, keto, and vegetarian diet. The fact that you can make them in an air fryer and refrigerate or freeze them makes them a quick make-ahead recipe. Serve with delicious breakfast sides to complete the menu. Also, try one of our favorite dash egg bites recipes.
Be it a quick breakfast potluck or just a side item for the brunch buffet, the air fryer breakfast egg bites are a delicious, healthy, and fulfilling option. This is a highly adaptable recipe as you can add as many ingredients as you want and stuff them with your favorite toppings. Don’t forget lots of cheese topping!
Why this recipe?
- Gets ready in an air-fryer within 20 minutes.
- A true vegetarian breakfast side that is high in protein and low in calories.
- It fits in the keto diet menu with 2g carbs per bite, you can serve keto yogurts for a complete meal.
- You can also get your kids to work on this as it is an easy kitchen project.
- You can make them with your favorite ingredients.
- They are a healthy alternative to Mini Pizza bites and have fewer calories.
- Fill them up with individual topping portions to get everyone their favorite fillings.
Ingredients For Egg Bites
- 4 whole eggs
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 3 oz chicken chunks or cooked minced beef
- 3 cherry tomatoes chopped
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 jalapeno pepper
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
Ingredients Notes and Variations
- Eggs: The main source of protein in this breakfast recipe is eggs. Be sure to use good-quality organic eggs.
- Meat: You can add any sort of meat to your egg bites i.e. chicken chunks, sliced sausages, beef mince, leftover shredded chicken or tuna, etc.
- Vegetables: Any of your favorites! Usually, I load the bites with chopped bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, carrots, jalapenos, and olives, and it’s up to you to add more or skip a few. Spinach and zucchini make great fillings too.
- Cheese: The best cheese to top up your bites is the shredded Cheddar Cheese. You can also replace it with Monterey Jack or Feta Cheese.
- Sour cream: It enhances the taste and thickness of the egg mixture. You can also use a bit of Greek yogurt as a replacement.
- Herbs and Seasonings: Use sea salt, black pepper, chili powder, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, dried basil, or thyme as per your preferences.
- Black Olives (optional). To make them look more like Pizza, add some sliced black olives after adding a final layer of cheese.
How to make Egg Bites in an Air Fryer?
In a mixing bowl, crack 3 to 4 eggs and whisk them lightly. Add sour cream or Greek yogurt as per your preference. You can skip it if you are cutting on calories.
Add salt, black pepper, chili powder, Italian seasonings, and any other seasoning of your choice. Mix well.
Take some muffin liners and layer them with the meat of your choice. This can include chicken chunks, beef mince, or small turkey slices. Tuna also makes egg bites taste nicer./
Add a second layer of your favorite shredded cheese. I prefer to add a mix of both cheddar and mozzarella, but it is up to you.
Next, add on some sliced jalapenos, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, green onions, or any vegetables of your choice. Be sure to cut these into small pieces.
When you are done with the filling, pour over the egg batter in the cupcake liners until they are almost ½ or ¾ full.
Set the liners carefully in the basket of the air fryer.
Bake these Egg bites in an air fryer at 300°F for 10 minutes. When done, layer some extra cheese over the top. Cook for 2 more minutes to achieve a nicely golden top.
Serve them with cream cheese, fresh fruit salad, and freshly brewed coffee for a complete breakfast.
How to Store And FreezeAir fryer egg bites?
If you want to store the Air fryer egg bites, allow them to cool at room temperature. Place them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. It is better to wrap them in a cling film before placing them in the air-tight box. This will retain their freshness for a long. They will last for 3 to 4 days.
When you want to reheat them, simply heat them in a microwave for 30 to 40 seconds. If you want a make-ahead breakfast, you can also bake these bites and freeze them in airtight boxes. They remain good for 2 months.
When you want to reheat the frozen egg bites, thaw them in a refrigerator overnight and simply microwave for 30 seconds. Alternatively, you can directly heat the frozen egg bites in an air fryer or microwave for 2 minutes.
What to serve with Air Fryer Egg Bites?
Serve these delicious, mini Breakfast Egg Bites with some delicious sides, including;
- Hashbrowns
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Cream Cheese
- Garlic Toasties
- Roasted Vegetables
- Grilled Sausages
- Avocado Salad
Other Breakfast Recipes You can try:
- Rice Breakfast Recipes
- Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Breakfast Recipes
- Birthday Breakfast Ideas
- Greek Bougatsa – A Greek Breakfast Pastry
- Sweet Breakfast Biscuit Ideas
- Low FODMAP Breakfasts
- Breakfast Catering Ideas
Best Air Fryer Egg Bites
Ingredients
- 4 whole eggs
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 3 oz chicken chunks or cooked minced beef
- 3 cherry tomatoes chopped
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 jalapeno pepper
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, crack eggs and whisk them along with sour cream and seasonings.
- Set cupcake liners and layer them with meat, shredded cheese, and vegetables.
- Pour the egg mixture and set the liners carefully in the air fryer.
- Bake at 300 °F for 10 minutes. Add cheese to the top and bake again for 2 minutes.
- Serve with cream cheese dip or your favorite side.
