Cody Casey
Air fryer egg bites are easy to make and can be a great breakfast on the go. You can make them in a few simple steps: first, add eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend until smooth. Then, divide the cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon into silicone muffin cups. Place them in the air fryer basket and pour the egg mixture into each cup. You can then cook the egg bites in the air fryer for around 9-13 minutes, or until the eggs have set.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 300-360F |
| Cooking Time | 9-13 minutes |
| Warming Time | 3-5 minutes |
| Oven Alternative | Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes |
| Ingredients | Eggs, milk, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, spinach, onion, ham, bacon, shredded cheese |
| Cooking Method | Blend ingredients, divide into cups, cook toppings, pour egg mixture over toppings, bake |
What You'll Learn
How to prepare the egg mixture
To prepare the egg mixture, you will need eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. You can also add chopped green onions, ham, spinach, or bacon, depending on your preference. First, add the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend on high for 20-30 seconds until smooth. If you are using milk, add it to the blender as well.
Next, you will need to prepare your silicone mould. Spray the inside of the cups of a silicone mould thoroughly with cooking spray. If you are using chopped green onions and ham, add them to the mould now. Place the mould in the air fryer basket and cook the toppings at 360°F for 3 minutes.
Once the toppings are done cooking, carefully remove the basket from the air fryer. Now, pour the egg mixture into the mould cups over the toppings, filling each one about ¾ of the way full. If you are using spinach, onion, or bacon, divide these evenly between the cups now and use your finger or a spoon to mix each one and combine the mix-ins.
Finally, top the egg bites with shredded cheese and place the mould back into the air fryer. Cook the egg bites at 360°F for 12 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Alternatively, you can cook them at 300°F for 9-13 minutes. Do not use the cover that comes with the egg mould; the egg bites should be baked uncovered.
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How to prepare the toppings
To prepare the toppings, spray the inside of cups of a silicone mould thoroughly with cooking spray. Add chopped green onions and ham (if using) and put the silicone mould in the air fryer basket. Cook these toppings in the air fryer at 360F for 3 minutes. You can also add cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon to the moulds.
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How to cook the egg bites
To cook egg bites in an air fryer, first add the 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. Spray the inside of the cups with cooking spray. Place the cups in the air fryer basket and cook at 360F for 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine the eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a large measuring cup. When the toppings are done, carefully pour the egg mixture into the cups over the toppings, filling each one about 3/4 of the way full. Use your finger or a spoon to mix each one.
Finally, cook the egg bites in the air fryer at 360F for 12 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Do not use the cover that comes with the egg mold.
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How to serve the egg bites
To serve the egg bites, you can either eat them straight from the air fryer or let them cool and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. You can also freeze the egg bites for up to two months and reheat them in the air fryer when you're ready to eat.
To reheat the egg bites in the air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the frozen egg bites in the air fryer basket and cook for three to five minutes, or until warmed through.
You can also serve the egg bites as part of a larger meal. For example, you could serve them as a side dish with a salad or some roasted vegetables. Or, you could make a breakfast bowl by serving the egg bites with some avocado, cherry tomatoes, and wholewheat toast.
If you're looking for a more indulgent option, you could serve the egg bites with some crispy bacon and a side of hash browns. Or, for a more portable option, you could wrap the egg bites in a tortilla with some salsa and cheese for a breakfast burrito.
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How to store the egg bites
To store egg bites, allow them to cool to room temperature. Then, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you don't plan on eating them within 4 days, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. To reheat, place them back in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, or until warm.
You can also store the egg bites in the moulds you cooked them in. Simply cover the moulds with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days. Again, if you don't plan on eating them within 4 days, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. To reheat, remove the plastic wrap and place the moulds back in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, or until warm.
If you don't have an air fryer, you can reheat the egg bites in the oven. Place the egg bites in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes, or until warm. You can also reheat them in the microwave. Place the egg bites on a microwave-safe plate and heat them for 30-second intervals until warm.
It's important to note that egg bites are best enjoyed fresh, as the texture and taste can change slightly when stored and reheated. However, with proper storage and reheating, they can still be enjoyed for several days.
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Frequently asked questions
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 ¾ of the way full. Use your finger or a spoon to mix each one to combine the mix-ins. Cook the egg bites in the air fryer at 360F for 12 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
Cook the egg bites at 360F for 12 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
It takes 12 minutes to cook egg bites in an air fryer, or until the eggs are set.
You will need eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, cheese, spinach, onion, and optional bacon.
Yes, you can make egg bites in the oven. Simply bake the filled silicone cups in the oven at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs have set.
