By: Becky Hardin
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Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites are so easy to make and taste just like the real deal… only better! Bacon and gruyere egg bites are baked in the oven to perfection in just about 15 minutes. Perfect for meal prepping or on-the-go snacking – no drive-thru required!
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Why We Love This Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe
This recipe will save you a lot of dollars if you usually stop by Starbucks for breakfast!
- Easy. Just mix together all of the ingredients, pour them into a muffin tin, and bake!
- Flavorful. The combination of gruyere cheese, spinach, and bacon tastes just like the Starbucks favorite.
- Time-Saver. Prep a big batch of these to eat all week long!
Variations on Starbucks Egg Bites
This is an easy recipe to customize to your preferences! Use up to 1 cup of any veggie, like roasted broccoli or cauliflower, chopped bell peppers, onions, sun-dried tomatoes, sliced green onions, or diced tomatoes. You can also use up to 1 cup of your favorite freshly shredded cheese like Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, etc. or crumbled goat/feta cheese. And you can omit the bacon to make these egg bites vegetarian-friendly.
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How to Store and Reheat
You can store leftover egg bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat these egg bites in the microwave for about 60-90 seconds, until warmed through. You can reheat them right from frozen.
How to Freeze
Frozen egg bites will stay good for up to 2 months. Just make sure they’re stored in a freezer-safe container. Don’t forget to date and label!
Serving Suggestions
A couple of these copycat Starbucks egg bites are great for a tasty breakfast on the go, but you can easily serve them up as part of a light lunch or even a dinner with salad or veggie sides. Try them with German Potato Salad, Peruvian Chopped Salad, Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles, or Cheesy Roasted Vegetables.
Are Starbucks egg bites gluten-free?
Yes! The original from Starbucks and this recipe are both gluten-free!
Can I use egg whites instead of eggs?
Absolutely! Instead of 6 eggs, use 1 cup of egg whites.
How do I know when egg bites are done cooking?
These egg bites are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
More Easy Breakfast Recipes To Try
- Egg McMuffin
- Make Ahead Breakfast Burritos
- Breakfast Hash
- Baked Eggs
- Breakfast Burger
- Biscuit Breakfast Casserole
- Eggs Benedict
5-Star Review
“These were fun!! Gonna start making em on the weekend and munching on em through the week.” – Gary
Recipe
Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe
4.54 from 39 votes
Author: Becky Hardin
Prep: 10 minutes minutes
Cook: 20 minutes minutes
Total: 30 minutes minutes
Serves12 egg bites
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If you can't get enough of the bacon and gruyere egg bites at Starbucks you are going to love this copycat recipe! Easy to make, these egg bites are baked on the oven and are perfect for meal prepping or a tasty breakfast on the go.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
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Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- ¾ cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-count muffin tin with nonstick spray. Set aside.
Add the eggs, cottage cheese, baking powder, salt, pepper, and thyme to a blender. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth.
6 large eggs, ¾ cup cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the cheese, spinach, and bacon.
1 cup shredded gruyere cheese, 1 cup fresh spinach, 6 slices bacon
Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Becky’s tips
Storage: Store egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1egg bite Calories: 137kcal (7%) Carbohydrates: 1g Protein: 9g (18%) Fat: 11g (17%) Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 4g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 103mg (34%) Sodium: 288mg (13%) Potassium: 124mg (4%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 1g (1%) Vitamin A: 482IU (10%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 153mg (15%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
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How to Make Starbucks Egg Bites Step by Step
Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-count muffin tin with nonstick spray. Set aside.
Blend the Eggs: Add 6 large eggs, ¾ cup of cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of dried thyme to a blender. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth.
Stir in the Mix-Ins: Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in 1 cup of shredded gruyere cheese, 1 cup of fresh spinach, and 6 slices of cooked and chopped bacon.
Portion the Eggs Bites: Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin.
Bake the Egg Bites: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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