Ham and Swiss Egg Bites are basically a classic breakfast combo made much easier to grab on the way out the door.
Ham and Swiss already work well together, so there’s no need to make this complicated. Add eggs, a little cottage cheese, and green onions, and you’ve got a batch of soft, savory egg bites that are easy to portion for the week.
The cottage cheese blends into the eggs and helps keep the texture tender. Swiss adds that mild, slightly nutty flavor, while the ham gives each bite a salty, meaty bite. Green onions keep things from tasting too heavy.
These are especially handy for meal prep. Two egg bites make one serving, and the batch gives you six breakfasts ready to store and reheat.
A standard muffin pan keeps them evenly portioned, and a medium mixing bowl and whisk are all you need for the egg mixture.
Why You’ll Love This Ham and Swiss Egg Bites Recipe
High in Protein
Each serving has 20 grams of protein, so these little egg bites can actually hold their own as breakfast instead of feeling like a snack.
Easy for Meal Prep
Twelve egg bites give you six ready-to-go servings. Make them once, then breakfast is already handled for several mornings.
Classic Ham and Swiss Flavor
Nothing strange going on here. Ham, Swiss cheese, eggs, and green onions make a savory combination that’s familiar and easy to like.
Soft, Tender Texture
Cottage cheese and milk help keep the egg bites moist and soft while they bake.
Easy to Portion
A standard muffin pan does the work for you. Two egg bites make one serving, so there’s no guessing when you pack breakfast ahead.
Ingredient Substitutions
Ham
Cooked turkey ham can replace the lean ham if that’s what you have available. Keep it finely diced so it spreads evenly through the egg bites.
Swiss Cheese
Reduced-fat provolone or mozzarella can work in place of Swiss. The flavor will be milder, but the texture will stay similar.
Green Onions
Finely chopped chives can replace the green onions for a milder onion flavor.
Low-Fat Milk
Fat-free or 2% milk can be used instead without changing the recipe much.
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RECOMMENDED TOOL FOR THIS RECIPE
12-Cup Muffin Pan
A standard 12-cup muffin pan makes it easy to bake a full batch of egg bites at once.
Ham and Swiss Egg Bites
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Ingredients
- nonstick cooking spray
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup low-fat milk
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup cooked lean ham finely diced
- ¾ cup reduced-fat Swiss cheese shredded
- ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Coat a standard 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, black pepper, and garlic powder to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
- Divide the ham evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
- Divide the Swiss cheese and green onions evenly among the muffin cups.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup.
- Gently stir the mixture in each muffin cup.
- Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the centers are set.
- Let the egg bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Run a thin knife around the edges of each egg bite. Remove the egg bites from the muffin pan.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Dice the ham small – Small pieces spread more evenly through the muffin cups and make the egg bites easier to eat. Don’t overbake – Remove the egg bites when the centers are just set. Baking too long can make the eggs firm and rubbery. Let them rest before removing – Those 5 minutes in the pan help the egg bites firm up enough to come out more cleanly. Grease the pan well – Coat the bottoms and sides of each muffin cup so the egg bites release without tearing.Storing and Reheating
Store in the refrigerator – Let the egg bites cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Freeze for later – Place cooled egg bites in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Reheat in the microwave – Place 2 refrigerated egg bites on a microwave-safe plate and heat in short intervals until warmed through. Reheat in the oven – Place the egg bites in a small baking dish and warm at 325°F until heated through.Nutrition
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