Starbucks-Style Egg Bites

This version uses pasture-raised eggs and fresh vegetables for a minimally processed, nutritious breakfast alternative.

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Ingredients

  • 6 organic pasture-raised eggs
  • 1/2 cup organic full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded organic Gruyère cheese
  • 1 tsp avocado oil (for greasing)
  • 1/4 cup diced organic bell peppers
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions
  • 2 strips nitrate-free organic bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease a silicone muffin tin with avocado oil and set it inside a deep roasting pan.
  2. In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, Gruyère, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds — this is the secret to the velvety Starbucks texture.
  3. Pour the mixture into a bowl and fold in the diced bell peppers, scallions, cooked bacon bits, and chopped spinach.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly among 6 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  5. Pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the muffin tin — this water bath mimics the sous-vide method that gives egg bites their custardy texture.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the centers are just set with a slight jiggle.
  7. Allow the egg bites to rest in the tin for 5 minutes before removing them for serving.

FAQ

What makes this recipe clean-eating?

The recipe uses whole foods free from processed oils, refined sugars, and artificial additives. Additionally, using organic ingredients ensures non-GMO content and higher nutritional value.

Can I use a different oil if I don't have avocado oil?

Yes, you can substitute with another healthy oil like coconut or olive oil, ensuring it is not a seed oil.

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