Starbucks egg bites are delicious. And expensive. Make them at home for a fraction of the cost. Fluffy, protein-packed, with sweet roasted red peppers and creamy cottage cheese. No fancy sous vide machine. Just a muffin tin and a water bath. Make a batch on Sunday. Eat all week. Let’s bake.
Ingredients
Makes 8-10 bites.
- 8 large egg whites (or 1 cup liquid egg whites)
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a muffin tin (silicone works best).
Step 2: Blend the Base
- In a blender, combine egg whites, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend until smooth and frothy.
Step 3: Add Mix-Ins
- Stir in roasted red peppers, Parmesan, and chives by hand.
Step 4: Fill and Bake (Water Bath)
- Pour mixture into muffin cups, filling ¾ full.
- Place muffin tin in a larger baking pan. Fill outer pan with hot water (1 inch deep).
- Bake 20-25 minutes until set and slightly golden.
Step 5: Cool and Store
- Let cool 5 minutes. Remove from tin.
- Eat warm or refrigerate. Reheat 30 seconds in microwave.
Summary
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 8-10 bites
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days. Freeze for 2 months. Reheat in microwave for 30 seconds or toaster oven. Swap roasted red peppers for spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or broccoli. Add cooked turkey sausage for extra protein. Water bath = creamy texture. Don’t skip it. These beat Starbucks every time. Make a double batch.
