Description
Fluffy “air fryer egg bites” bring Italian-inspired breakfast magic to home kitchens with minimal effort. Packed with creamy cheese and herbs, these protein-rich morsels offer a quick, delectable morning solution you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (or cream)
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or diced ham
Vegetables and Flavoring:
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors for variety)
- 1/4 cup diced onion
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil (for greasing the molds)
Instructions
- Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl until thoroughly blended, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Incorporate shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, onions, and cooked bacon or ham into the egg mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Set air fryer to 270°F and allow it to preheat completely, creating an optimal cooking environment for the egg bites.
- Coat muffin cups or silicone molds with a light layer of cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after cooking.
- Carefully distribute the egg mixture into prepared molds, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising during cooking.
- Position the filled molds into the air fryer basket, cooking for 12-15 minutes until the egg bites develop a golden exterior and become fully set.
- Remove the egg bites from the air fryer and allow them to rest for 1-2 minutes, helping them stabilize and firm up slightly.
- Gently loosen the edges of each egg bite using a small knife, then carefully extract them from the molds.
- Serve immediately while warm, or refrigerate for later consumption as a convenient make-ahead breakfast option.
Notes
- Customize your egg bites by experimenting with different cheese varieties like feta, gouda, or sharp cheddar for unique flavor profiles.
- Enhance nutritional value by incorporating finely chopped spinach, kale, or zucchini into the egg mixture for added vitamins and minerals.
- Prevent sticking by using silicone muffin molds, which offer easy removal and require minimal greasing compared to traditional metal cups.
- Make these egg bites diet-friendly by substituting whole milk with almond milk or using egg whites for a lower-calorie, protein-packed option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 400mg