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Seven homemade Chipotle Cheddar Egg Bites arranged on a matte black plate. The golden yellow egg bites have lightly browned, cheesy tops with visible chipotle seasoning. A beige napkin rests beneath the plate on a rustic wooden table.

Chipotle Cheddar Egg Bites

Nesting Lane
Chipotle Cheddar Egg Bites are a quick, WW-friendly breakfast with smoky Southwest flavor. Great for make-ahead breakfasts and meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Southwest
Servings 6

Equipment

Standard 12-cup muffin pan
Large Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a standard 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt until well blended.
  • Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Divide the egg mixture evenly among the 12 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.
  • Remove the egg bites from the muffin pan and serve.

Notes

Serving Size: 2 Egg Bites
Estimated Weight Watchers Points: 2  (Check official WW app for exact points)
 

Tips and Tricks

Control the heat - Chipotle peppers can be pretty spicy. Start with less if you're unsure, especially if you're making these for someone who prefers mild food.
Chop the peppers finely - Small pieces distribute the chipotle flavor more evenly, so you won't bite into a large piece of pepper.
Prevent sticking - Grease the muffin cups thoroughly, including the sides. Egg bites can stick even to nonstick pans.
Expect a little shrinking - The egg bites will puff up in the oven and settle as they cool. That's normal.
Keep the texture tender - Avoid baking longer than necessary. The centers should be set, but overbaking can make the eggs rubbery.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerator - Let the egg bites cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezer - Freeze cooled egg bites in a single layer, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 2 months for best quality.
Microwave - Place refrigerated egg bites on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 20 to 30 seconds. Continue heating in short intervals until warmed through.
From Frozen - Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, or microwave from frozen in 30-second intervals until heated through. Reheat to 165°F.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 16gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 259mgSodium: 362mgPotassium: 153mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 571IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1mg
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