Heart-Healthy Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites
Elevate your breakfast game with these *Heart-Healthy Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites*, a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich egg whites, savory turkey bacon, and the nutty goodness of Gruyere cheese, these fluffy bites are a wholesome blend of flavor and nutrition. Fresh spinach, vibrant red bell peppers, and crisp green onions add an irresistible pop of color and texture, while a hint of low-fat milk and olive oil ensures a creamy, satisfying finish. Perfectly portioned in a muffin tin, these egg bites are quick to prepare, baked to golden perfection, and ideal for busy mornings or meal-prep enthusiasts. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated as a grab-and-go option, these low-calorie egg bites deliver a guilt-free, delicious start to your day.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg whites, low-fat milk, salt, black pepper, and baking powder until well combined.
In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon slices until crispy. Remove and let cool, then crumble into small pieces.
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.
Stir the crumbled turkey bacon, sautéed vegetables, chopped green onions, and finely grated Gruyere cheese into the egg mixture.
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are fully set and lightly golden on top.
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
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 3610 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 83.7 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1263 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1385 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
