Bacon Ranch Egg Bites
Bacon Ranch Egg Bites are an easy make-ahead breakfast with eggs, bacon, cheddar, and ranch flavor, ready in about 35 minutes.
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Ingredients
- nonstick cooking spray
- 8 slices center cut bacon
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup low-fat milk
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a standard 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon. Cook the bacon until crisp. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Let the bacon cool slightly. Chop the bacon into small pieces.
- Add the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, ranch seasoning, and black pepper to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended. Add the bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Divide the egg mixture evenly between the prepared muffin cups. 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. Remove the egg bites from the muffin pan. Serve warm.
Notes
Serving Size: 2 Egg Bites
Estimated WW Points: 4 (Check official WW app for exact points)
Tips and Tricks
Let the bacon drain - Excess bacon grease can make the egg bites feel oily, so give the cooked bacon a minute on paper towels before chopping it. Don’t overbake - Pull the egg bites from the oven once the centers are set. Baking them too long can make the eggs rubbery. Expect a little puffing - The egg bites may rise in the oven and settle slightly as they cool. That’s normal. Grease the pan well - Egg mixtures like to stick around the edges, especially once cheese is involved. A thorough coating makes removal much easier.Storing and Reheating
Refrigerator - Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezer - Freeze the cooled egg bites in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Separating layers with parchment paper makes it easier to remove only what you need. Microwave - Microwave refrigerated egg bites for about 20 to 30 seconds at a time until heated through. Frozen egg bites will need additional time. Oven - Reheat at 350°F until warmed through if you prefer a firmer texture.Nutrition
Calories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 16gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 261mgSodium: 503mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 531IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 143mgIron: 1mg
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