Description

These Instant Pot Egg Bites are creamy, protein-packed, and customizable with flavorful add-ins like Gruyere, bacon, turkey sausage, and vegetables. Perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack, they cook gently using the Instant Pot’s steam or pressure function to achieve a smooth, fluffy texture without the need for baking or frying.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

4 large eggs (200 grams)
1/2 cup fat free cottage cheese (4 fl oz)
1 tbsp heavy cream (1/2 fl oz)
Salt and pepper to taste

Gruyere & Bacon Add-Ins

1/3 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded (30 grams)
5 slices crispy cooked 25% less sodium bacon, finely chopped (33 grams, cooked weight)

Monterey Jack & Roasted Red Pepper Add-Ins

1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (40 grams)
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, finely chopped (34 grams)
1/4 cup baby spinach, chopped

Turkey Sausage & Cheddar Add-Ins

1/2 cup Jennie-O turkey sausage, cooked and finely crumbled (58 grams)
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (30 grams)
1 tbsp chives, chopped

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Instructions

Prep Add-Ins: Choose one of the three flavor combinations provided (Gruyere & Bacon, Monterey Jack & Roasted Red Pepper, or Turkey Sausage & Cheddar). Evenly divide the associated add-ins between the egg bite molds to ensure balanced flavors in every bite.
Create The Base Mixture: Add eggs, fat free cottage cheese, heavy cream, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds, creating a creamy and silky base for the egg bites.
Fill The Molds: Pour the blended egg mixture into the prepared egg bite molds, filling each about 3/4 full. Gently tap the molds on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Prepare Instant Pot: Add 1 to 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot’s inner cooking pot. Place the handled trivet inside and carefully stack the filled egg bite molds on top. Lower the trivet with molds into the Instant Pot.
Cook The Egg Bites: Set the Instant Pot to steam for 11 minutes or use the high pressure setting for 9 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes after cooking to help maintain the egg bites’ fluffy texture.
Serve: Vent any remaining pressure, carefully remove the egg bite molds, and flip the egg bites onto a plate. Serve warm and enjoy a creamy, savory breakfast treat.

Notes

Choose only one flavor combination of add-ins per batch to maintain balanced taste and texture.
Natural pressure release is important to keep egg bites fluffy and prevent them from deflating.
Ensure the molds are only filled 3/4 full to allow expansion during cooking without overflow.
Use a blender for the base mixture to achieve an exceptionally smooth and creamy texture.
Adjust seasoning to taste before blending for desired saltiness and pepper level.