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Fluffy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Starbucks Copycat)

A stack of golden-brown, fluffy baked egg bites piled on a white plate, one cut open to show the texture.
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Make copycat Starbucks egg bites at home. This recipe uses cottage cheese to achieve a fluffy, high-protein texture, perfect for quick breakfasts or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked, crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin.
  2. If you want a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese and eggs in a blender until completely smooth. If you prefer a slightly more textured bite, whisk them together in a bowl.
  3. Stir in the salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture.
  4. If using, fold in the cooked bacon/sausage and chopped spinach.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  6. Place the muffin tin inside a larger baking pan. Carefully pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the muffin tin cups. This water bath helps create a creamy texture.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the egg bites cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before removing them.
  9. Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze them for later use.

Notes

  • For the creamiest, fluffiest texture, use a blender to fully incorporate the cottage cheese and eggs. This mimics the texture of commercial egg bites.
  • These egg bites freeze well. Place cooled bites in a freezer-safe bag and reheat them in the microwave for 30–60 seconds when you need a grab-and-go breakfast.
  • You can substitute cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a similar protein boost, though the texture may vary slightly.

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