These savory Kale and Portobello Mushroom Egg Bites are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast option for busy mornings. Packed with nutritious vegetables, creamy cheeses, and fluffy eggs, they make a delightful meal prep staple. Whether you store them in the freezer for later or savor them fresh from the oven, these bites are sure to become a breakfast favorite.
Ingredients
馃崉 2 Portobello mushrooms
馃 1 small onion
馃 2 cloves of garlic
馃ガ 1 bunch of kale (about 3 cups, chopped)
馃 3 tablespoons of butter
馃 1/2 teaspoon of salt
馃尪 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
馃 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
馃尪 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes
馃 6 eggs
馃 1/4 cup heavy cream
馃 1/3 cup cottage cheese
馃 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
馃 1/3 cup cheddar cheese
馃 1/2 teaspoon salt
馃尪 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
馃Т Cooking spray
Instructions
1- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350掳F (175掳C).
2- Saut茅 the Aromatics:
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, saut茅 for about a minute until fragrant.
3- Cook the Mushrooms:
- Add the chopped Portobello mushrooms to the skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
4- Add the Kale:
- Stir in the chopped kale, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chili flakes.
- Saut茅 for another minute, then remove from heat and set aside.
5- Blend the Egg Mixture:
- In a blender, combine the eggs, heavy cream, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper, and blend until smooth.
6- Prepare the Cupcake Tray:
- Lightly grease a cupcake tray with cooking spray to prevent the bites from sticking.
7- Assemble the Egg Bites:
- Fill each cupcake mold halfway with the egg mixture.
- Add a heaping tablespoon of the saut茅ed kale and mushroom mixture to each mold.
- Pour the remaining egg mixture on top.
8- Add Cheese Topping:
- Sprinkle some extra cheddar cheese on top of each egg bite for a cheesy finish.
9- Bake the Egg Bites:
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until the egg bites are set and golden brown.
10- Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, allow them to cool slightly before removing them from the tray.
- Enjoy warm or store them in Ziplock bags for later use.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 egg bites
Calories: 110 per serving
Proteins: 7g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Equipment: Skillet, Blender, Cupcake Tray
Cooking Tips
- You can easily customize this recipe by using your favorite cheeses or adding extra spices for more flavor.
- These bites freeze well, so make a large batch and enjoy a quick breakfast all week long.
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