Easy Ham and Cheese Egg Bites (Muffin Tin Recipe)

These easy ham and cheese egg bites are a quick, protein-packed breakfast made in a muffin tin. Similar to Starbucks egg bites but simpler and more family-friendly, they’re perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or busy mornings. Bonus: They’re also great for picky eaters, with simple, familiar flavors and easy-to-hold portions.

And if you love egg dishes, be sure to check out our amazing Eggs Benedict with Bacon and Asparagus, Breakfast Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls, and the Easiest Sausage Frittata. Or for something sweeter, try our amazing Cinnamon Pancakes with Vanilla! We love breakfast food any time of the day!

🤔 What are Mini Egg Bites?

Mini egg bites are like miniature frittatas that are baked in muffin or cupcake tins. The two main ingredients in egg bites are eggs and milk, and people can add whatever veggie or protein mix-ins they would like. These egg bites are similar to Starbucks egg bites but made in a muffin tin instead of sous vide, making them faster and more accessible for home cooks.

(These fit perfectly in our lunch boxes. By the way, I really love these Bentgo lunch boxes cause they take into account how much food kids can actually eat. So, your portions make sense).

🛒 Ingredients

Notes on key ingredients are provided below. Please see the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.

• Broccoli florets- Cut as small as possible to cook faster.
• Cheese– We prefer cheddar, but any shredded cheese you like will work!
• Ham– Finely chopped.
• Eggs– You’ll need six large eggs for this recipe.
• Milk– We used two percent milk, but heavy cream for half and half would also work and give your egg bites an even creamier taste.
• Seasoning- Salt, pepper and onion powder gives the egg bites a nice flavor!

🧂Variations 

• Add spice– To enhance the flavor, you can add a generous pinch of chili flakes or red pepper flakes to your egg bites recipe. 
• Mix-in veggies- Other veggies can be incorporated into this egg bites recipe, like freshly chopped spinach, mushrooms or bell peppers.
• Swap the protein– Instead of ham, crumbled bacon or browned breakfast sausage are also great options!
• Make it dairy-free– Simply omit the cheese and use a dairy-free alternative to cow’s milk. 

👩‍🍳 How to Make Mini Egg Bites

🧊 Storing and Reheating

Our mini egg bites reheat very well and make for perfect for breakfast or snack time!

Store- Once cooled, our egg bites can be stored in the fridge in an air tight container for 3-4 days.

Freeze- Wrap each egg bite in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.  

Reheat- From the fridge, the mini egg bites can be reheated quickly for 15-20 seconds in the microwave. From the freezer, unwrap egg bites from plastic wrap and reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. 

🍽️ When to Serve Breakfast Egg Bites

These mini egg bites are incredibly versatile and can fit into just about any part of your day:

• Busy weekday mornings: A quick, protein-packed breakfast you can grab on the go.
• Meal prep: Make a batch ahead for easy breakfasts throughout the week.
• Lunchboxes: A simple, kid-friendly option for school or work.
• After-school snacks: Great when everyone is hungry but dinner isn’t ready yet.
• Brunch spreads: Serve alongside fruit or something like our easy pancake recipes for a fun weekend meal
• Breakfast-for-dinner: Pair with our sausage frittata or other quick breakfast ideas for a low-effort dinner
• Party appetizers: Small, customizable, and easy to serve for gatherings.

However you serve them, these egg bites are a flexible, family-friendly option that helps make mealtime easier. For more ideas like this, explore our collection of quick, family-friendly recipes built around our 28-minute approach.

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