Air Fryer Egg Bites

Golden brown egg bites filled with spinach, cheese, and vegetables, stacked on parchment paper with one cut open to show the fluffy texture inside.

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These air fryer egg bites are soft, fluffy, and packed with protein thanks to eggs and cottage cheese. They cook in about 12–15 minutes and reheat beautifully for busy mornings. Includes tips for Starbucks-style flavors, freezer instructions, and how to reheat egg bites in the air fryer.

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 50kcal

Author: Maria Lucey RD

Equipment

Ingredients

6 eggs
125 grams 2% cottage cheese ½ cup
2 tablespoon 2% fat milk
1 handful spinach very finely chopped
1 bell pepper finely diced
½ cup shredded or crumbled cheese I used 2oz 56g feta
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

First, preheat your air fryer. If your air fryer does not have a preheat function you can run the machine at 300F for 3-5 minutes.
Place the mixed veg and crumbled/shredded cheese evenly into the silicone molds
1 handful spinach, 1 bell pepper , ½ cup shredded or crumbled cheese
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. You can also use a blender if you don't like the texture of cottage cheese.
6 eggs, 125 grams 2% cottage cheese, 2 tablespoon 2% fat milk, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Pour the egg mixture over the fillings in each mold. Fill to about ¾ of the way as they will rise slightly when cooking.
Carefully place the filled molds in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 12–15 minutes, until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.
Allow the egg bites to cool completely before removing them from the silicone cups.

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Notes

Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
Reheating: Air fry at 160°C / 325°F for 3–4 minutes, or microwave 30–60 seconds.
Egg whites option: Replace each whole egg with 2 whites. For a leaner version, use 12 egg whites; for better texture and flavor, try 3 whole eggs + 6 whites. Using carton egg whites avoids waste and blends well.
Texture tip: Blending the egg mixture makes the bites extra fluffy.
Serving size: About 3 bites per serving, depending on your needs.

Top Tips For Success:

Let the egg bites rest in the molds for about 10–15 minutes after cooking. This allows them to firm up and makes it easier to remove them without breaking.

FAQ: Can I make these in the oven?

Yes you can, however they will need slightly more time. Around 20 minutes total but checking around the 18 minute mark as all ovens vary.

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