Air Fryer Egg Bites: Cooking Time Perfection

Air fryer egg bites are a simple and delicious breakfast option, perfect for busy mornings or meal prep. They are easy to make and only take 12-15 minutes to cook in the air fryer. You can make them with just a few simple ingredients, and they turn out with a slightly crispy exterior and a fluffy, juicy inside. To make them, you'll need to blend eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper, and then add in your choice of mix-ins such as cheese, spinach, onion, or bacon.

Air fry at 290°F for 12-15 minutes

Air frying egg bites is a quick and easy way to make a protein-packed breakfast. To make egg bites in an air fryer, first add eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend on high for 20–30 seconds until smooth. Then, evenly divide the cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon into 8 regular-sized silicone muffin cups or a 6-cavity silicone muffin pan. Place them in your air fryer basket and pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling each one about 3/4 of the way full.

Air fry at 290°F for 12–15 minutes or until the eggs are puffed up and cooked. You can enjoy these warm, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes

To make egg bites in an air fryer, first add eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend on high for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth. Then, evenly divide the cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon into 8 regular-sized silicone muffin cups or a 6-cavity silicone muffin pan. Place them in your air fryer basket and pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling each one about 3/4 of the way full.

For best results, store leftover air fryer egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Use a blender to mix the eggs, cottage cheese, salt and pepper

To make egg bites in an air fryer, you'll need to mix the eggs, cottage cheese, salt and pepper in a blender. Blend on high for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is smooth. You can also add in some spinach, onion, and bacon if you like. Once the mixture is smooth, evenly divide it into 8 regular-sized silicone muffin cups or a 6-cavity silicone muffin pan. Place the cups or pan in your air fryer basket and pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.

When it comes to cooking the egg bites, you have a few options. You can air fry them at 290°F for 12-15 minutes, or until the eggs are puffed up and cooked. Alternatively, you can bake them in a regular muffin pan lined with silicone cups or well-greased for 15-18 minutes at 350°F. If you want a slightly crispy exterior with a fluffy and juicy interior, air frying is the way to go. But if you prefer a more traditional muffin-like texture, baking is the better option.

Regardless of the cooking method you choose, make sure not to use the cover that comes with the egg mold in the air fryer. The egg bites should be baked uncovered. This will ensure that they cook evenly and don't end up soggy. With the right technique and a little patience, you'll end up with delicious and nutritious egg bites that are perfect for breakfast or meal prep.

As for storing your egg bites, they can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This makes them a convenient option for meal planning and ensures you always have a protein-packed snack or breakfast on hand. So, whether you're short on time in the mornings or simply looking for a tasty and healthy treat, air fryer egg bites are a great choice.

Divide the cheese, spinach, onion and bacon into muffin cups

To make egg bites in an air fryer, you'll need to divide the cheese, spinach, onion and bacon into muffin cups. First, add the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend on high for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth. Then, evenly divide the cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon into eight regular-sized silicone muffin cups or a six-cavity silicone muffin pan. Place them in your air fryer basket and pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling each one about three-quarters of the way full.

You can also add shredded cheese on top of the egg bites before cooking them in the air fryer. Set your air fryer to 360°F and cook the egg bites for 12 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Alternatively, you can air fry at 290°F for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the eggs are puffed up and cooked.

If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the egg bites in a regular muffin pan lined with silicone cups or well-greased for 15 to 18 minutes at 350°F. For best results, store leftover air fryer egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Pour the egg mixture into the cups, filling each 3/4 of the way full

To make egg bites in an air fryer, you'll need to pour the egg mixture into the cups, filling each about three-quarters of the way full. You can use a blender to mix the eggs with cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Then, evenly divide any additional ingredients, such as cheese, spinach, onion, or bacon, into the cups before pouring in the egg mixture.

Once the cups are filled, place them in the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 290°F. Air fry the egg bites for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the eggs are puffed up and cooked to your liking. If you prefer a crispier exterior, you can increase the temperature to 350°F and cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Alternatively, you can cook the egg bites at 360°F for 12 minutes without using the cover that comes with the egg mold.

For meal prep, you can store leftover egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Enjoy your egg bites warm, or freeze them for later!

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