Instant Pot Egg Bites are obsession worthy. They are a quick meal prep hack for the week or whenever you want a great, breakfast fast. They are similar to the Starbucks recipe but you can make these however you want.
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These Instant Pot Egg Bites are the perfect meal or whenever you need a quick protein boost. So healthy, nutritious and delicious.
Why are eggs a breakfast staple? Bon appetit has the answer here.
- 30 Minute Meal: Less than thirty minutes for breakfast all week.
- Easy Ingredients: All things you have on hand.
- Family Friendly: Kids love these cool little bites, they are just their size.
- Adaptable: Low-carb, meat free, dairy free, vegetarian etc…
- Makes Great Food Prep: One batch and you are done. Make a variety.
What You Need to Make Egg Bites
Ingredients
- eggs
- shredded cheese
- cooked bacon
- salt
- pepper
- parsley
Equipment
- Blender
- Favorite Instant Pot
- Tools for your Instant Pot
- Accessories for your Instant Pot
How to Make Egg Bites in Instant Pot – Step by Step
- Mix: First, in a blender, add all of your ingredients. Blend.
- Ready Molds: Second, grease your egg bite molds with cooking spray.
- Fill: Third, pour your mix into each mold and then cover with aluminum foil.
- Instant Pot: Next, add 1 cup of water to your Instant Pot. Place your trivet inside and then add your egg mold inside.
- Set Timer: Put your lid on the Instant Pot and cook for 12 minutes on high.Once complete, do a manual release.
- Remove Molds: Take out your egg molds and transfer to a cooling rack.
- Pop out: After cooled, flip your molds upside down, and push on each mold in order to pop out the molds.
- Top: Finally, top with more cheese, bacon, green onions, and/or salsa! Enjoy!
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Common Questions About Egg Bites
Of course, these can be made with so many different ingredients in so many different ways, they are amazingly adaptable. For example, diced ham, peppers, mushrooms, spinach or sausage.
Sure, you can add an extra egg mold for more or you can halve the recipe for a smaller batch.
This recipe can be frozen for up to three months in an airtight container, simply microwave for a minute or two to heat, depending on your microwave strength.
Always store in an airtight bag or container in your fridge. they will last a week.
Definitely, that is part of the appeal of this recipe.
Try serving with some fresh fruit, toast or hash browned potatoes.
Expert Tips for Making this Instant Pot Egg Bites Recipe
- Doubled: Great for a crowd. Wonderful addition for brunch.
- Different Proteins: Ham, Canadian bacon, sausage or even corned beef.
- Short cut tip: Get pre diced ham, bacon bits or precut vegetables.
- Alternate ingredient: Feel free to add some more spice, try my house seasoning blend or a dash of hot sauce or spices if you prefer.
- Dietary consideration tip: For a healthier version, try making with Eggbeaters or egg whites. Alternatively, make a vegetarian version by using your favorite meat alternative or going all veggie.
- Cheese: Put your favorite cheese into the egg bites and more on top. Gruyere, cheddar or any blend that you love.
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Instant Pot Egg Bites
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 12 eggs, 2 cups eggbeaters
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- 4 sliced cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp parsley
Instructions
- In a blender, add all of your ingredients. Blend.
- Grease your egg bite molds with cooking spray.
- Pour your mix into each mold.
- Cover with aluminum foil.
- Add 1 cup of water to your Instant Pot. Place your trivet inside. Add your egg mold inside. You can add two molds – one on top of another.
- Put your lid on the Instant Pot. Close the sealing valve.
- Set your IP to “High Pressure” for 12 minutes.
- Once complete, do a manual release.
- Remove your egg molds (with a hot pad or towel as it will be hot), and transfer to a cooling rack.
- Once your bites have cooled, flip your molds upside down, and push on each mold in order to pop out the molds.
- Top with more cheese, bacon, green onions, and/or salsa! Enjoy!
Christina’s Notes
- Doubled: Great for a crowd. Wonderful addition for brunch.
- Different Proteins: Ham, Canadian bacon, sausage or even corned beef.
- Short cut tip: Get pre diced ham, bacon bits or precut vegetables.
- Alternate ingredient: Feel free to add some more spice, try my house seasoning blend or a dash of hot sauce or spices if you prefer.
- Dietary consideration tip: For a healthier version, try making with Eggbeaters or egg whites. Alternatively, make a vegetarian version by using your favorite meat alternative or going all veggie.
- Cheese: Put your favorite cheese into the egg bites and more on top. Gruyere, cheddar or any blend that you love.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
I love egg bites, and they are so expensive! It will be fun to make my own.
I love this recipe–such a delicious and easy breakfast to have ready for busy mornings!