Low Sodium Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites
Start your morning on a flavorful yet heart-healthy note with these Low Sodium Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites, a homemade twist on a popular café favorite! Made with protein-packed eggs, creamy low-sodium cottage cheese, and the nutty richness of Gruyere, these egg bites are elevated with crispy unsalted bacon and fresh green onions for a savory burst of flavor. Blended to perfection for a silky texture and baked in muffin tins, they’re an easy, make-ahead option for busy mornings. With only 25–30 minutes of baking time and a low sodium content, this recipe is ideal for a quick, nutritious breakfast or snack that doesn’t compromise on taste. Perfectly portioned and freezer-friendly, these egg bites are a go-to choice for meal preppers and breakfast lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 4 large egg whites
- 4 slices unsalted bacon
- 1 cup gruyere cheese
- 1 cup low sodium cottage cheese
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.25 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil spray.
In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the unsalted bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the pan and let them cool on a paper towel, then chop into small pieces.
In a blender, combine eggs, egg whites, low sodium cottage cheese, milk, black pepper, and garlic powder. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
Pour the egg mixture into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the chopped bacon, gruyere cheese, and green onions.
Carefully pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling about three-quarters full.
Place the muffin tin on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before gently removing them using a spoon or spatula.
Serve immediately or allow to cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.8 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1343 mg | 448% | |
| Sodium | 1140 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 137.4 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 1764 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1450 mg | 31% | |
*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.
