Starbucks reverse-engineered these from French sous vide techniques, cooking eggs at precisely 172°F for that impossible silky texture.
High Protein Egg Bites
Indulge in our delightful high-protein egg bites, packed with 8 grams of protein each! Whip up a delicious mix of fluffy eggs, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy cheese for a satisfying snack or breakfast on the go. These little power-packed bites are super easy to make and perfect for fueling your day!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- butter
- 1 cup raw cottage cheese (240 ml)
- 6 eggs
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- a pinch of salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Blend together the eggs, cottage cheese, and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Grease a muffin tin with butter.
- 3
Pour the mixture into the muffin tin.
- 4
Bake in the oven at 350°F until cooked.
- 5
Let them cool and pop them out.
- 6
You can freeze them and reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Bake egg bites at 325°F for 18-22 minutes instead of 350°F because the lower temperature prevents the proteins from coagulating too quickly, which causes rubbery texture and unsightly air pockets.technique325°F for 18-22 minutes
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of whole eggs to cottage cheese by volume to achieve optimal protein content (25-30g per serving) while maintaining creamy texture through casein proteins.ingredient2:1 ratio
- ✓Blend the mixture for exactly 60-90 seconds to break down cottage cheese curds completely - over-blending incorporates too much air which creates a spongy rather than custard-like texture.timing60-90 seconds
- ✓Fill muffin cups only 3/4 full because egg proteins expand 15-20% during cooking, and overfilling causes overflow and uneven cooking.technique3/4 full, 15-20% expansion
- ✓Place the muffin tin in a larger pan with 1/2 inch of hot water to create a water bath - this moderates heat transfer and prevents the bottom from overcooking while the top sets.equipment1/2 inch water depth
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