Mini Egg Bites

Are you tired of that same old boring cereal or toast for breakfast? Change up your breakfast with these Mini Egg Bites! Some of you might be thinking, “vegetables for breakfast, really?” Yes, really! These mini quiches packed with veggies are a great way to get some extra nutrition in the morning and keep you fuelled for your morning activities. If you’re in a rush, these can be made in advance and kept in the fridge. Just pop it in the microwave for 1 minute, and you have a quick veggie and protein-packed breakfast.

Photo from: Divalicious Recipes
Recipe adapted from: Add a Pinch

Makes 12 mini egg bites

 Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs

  • 1 cup spinach, torn into small pieces

  • 1 cup broccoli, cut into small pieces

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup milk

  • salt and pepper, to taste

  • Oil or non-stick cooking spray

  • Optional: pinch cayenne pepper, other vegetables such as peppers, or onions

Equipment:

  • Knife

  • Cutting board

  • Large mixing bowl

  • Whisk or fork

  • Muffin pan

  • Oven

  • Oven mitts

 

Directions:

  1. Wash and chop spinach and broccoli, set aside.

  2. Preheat oven to 375 F.

  3. Spray muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray or grease well with oil and a paper towel, set aside.

  4. Whisk together eggs and milk until light and fluffy. Add salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper until well-combined. Stir in cheese.

  5. Pour into well-greased muffin pan and top with broccoli, spinach, and additional cheese.

  6. Bake for for 15-25 minutes until the egg mixture is set. Remove from the oven and let rest about 5 minutes before serving.

  7. Serve warm.

 
 

Storage tip: These mini egg bites can easily be made in advance and kept in the fridge. Microwave for 1 minute before serving.