Heart-Healthy Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites
Start your day with a nutritious twist on a beloved classic with these Heart-Healthy Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites! Packed with protein-rich egg whites, smoky turkey bacon, and the nutty richness of Gruyere cheese, these bite-sized delights are elevated with the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach, red bell pepper, and green onions. Lightened with low-fat milk and gently seasoned, this easy-to-make recipe is baked to perfection in a muffin tin for convenient, portion-controlled servings. Ready in just 40 minutes, these egg bites are perfect for meal prepping a wholesome breakfast or snack on busy mornings. Plus, they’re low in fat and high in flavor, making them a guilt-free indulgence everyone will love.
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Ingredients
- 8 large Egg whites
- 4 slices Turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup Fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 small Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or line it with silicone muffin liners.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg whites, low-fat milk, salt, black pepper, and baking powder until well combined.
Step 3
In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon slices until crispy. Remove and let cool, then crumble into small pieces.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and sauté the chopped spinach and diced red bell pepper for about 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the bell pepper is slightly tender.
Step 5
Stir the crumbled turkey bacon, sautéed vegetables, chopped green onions, and finely grated Gruyere cheese into the egg mixture.
Step 6
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are fully set and lightly golden on top.
Step 8
Allow the egg bites to cool in the pan for a few minutes before removing. Serve warm or store in the fridge and reheat as needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (768.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1101.5 |
| Total Fat 71.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 209.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3610.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.3g | |
| Protein 83.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 74.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1262.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1385.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories