By Becky Hardin
Published May 23, 2022
I love the bacon and gruyere egg bites from Starbucks, but their prices have gone up so much! My Starbucks copycat egg bites are so easy to make, way cheaper, and taste just like the real deal… only better! These homemade egg bites take just 15 minutes to bake and are perfect for meal prepping or on-the-go snacking– no drive-thru required! Now I can get my Starbucks fix any time!
If you’re a recovering Starbucks addict like me, these Starbucks copycat egg bites will save you tons of money! The combination of gruyere cheese, spinach, and bacon tastes just like my favorite breakfast. I love to prep a big batch of these homemade egg bites to eat all week long!
What’s in This Starbucks Copycat Egg Bites Recipe?
- Eggs: You’ll need half a dozen eggs to form the base of these bites.
- Cottage Cheese : Adds moisture, richness, and flavor.
- Baking Powder: Helps keep the egg bites light and fluffy.
- Dried Thyme: Adds a touch of herbal flavor.
- Cheese: Gruyere is the classic choice, but Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, or crumbled goat/feta cheese also taste delish!
- Spinach: Fresh spinach adds greens and nutrients. If using frozen, be sure to thaw, drain, and press out any excess moisture.
- Bacon: Adds a salty, umami flavor and a bit of extra protein. To make these egg bites vegetarian-friendly, simply omit the bacon!
Tips for Success
- For a true egg white version, use 1 cup of egg whites in place of the 6 whole eggs.
- Use up to 1 cup of any veggie, like roasted broccoli or cauliflower, chopped bell peppers, onions, sun-dried tomatoes, sliced green onions, or diced tomatoes.
- These egg bites are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover homemade egg bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat these egg bites in the microwave for about 60-90 seconds, until warmed through. You can reheat them right from frozen.
Serving Suggestions
I love to grab a couple of of these Starbucks copycat egg bites for a protein-packed breakfast on the go, but you can easily serve them up as part of a light lunch or even a dinner with salad or veggie sides. Try them with my German Potato Salad , Peruvian Chopped Salad , Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles , or Cheesy Roasted Vegetables .
5-Star Review
“These were fun!! Gonna start making em on the weekend and munching on em through the week.” – Gary
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 6 large eggs
- ▢ ¾ cup cottage cheese
- ▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ▢ ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ▢ 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- ▢ 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- ▢ 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-count muffin tin with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- Add the eggs, cottage cheese, baking powder, salt, pepper, and thyme to a blender. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. 6 large eggs, ¾ cup cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the cheese, spinach, and bacon. 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese, 1 cup fresh spinach, 6 slices bacon
- Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- High Powered Blender
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Starbucks Egg Bites Step by Step
Blend the Eggs: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-count muffin tin with nonstick spray. Set aside. Add 6 large eggs, ¾ cup of cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of dried thyme to a blender. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth.
Stir in the Mix-Ins: Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in 1 cup of shredded gruyere cheese, 1 cup of fresh spinach, and 6 slices of cooked and chopped bacon.
Portion the Eggs Bites: Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin.
Bake the Egg Bites: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
More Egg Recipes to Try!
Loaded Deviled Eggs with Bacon
Homemade Egg McMuffin Recipe
Breakfast Pizza
Biscuit Breakfast Casserole
Starbucks Copycat Egg Bites Recipe
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- High Powered Blender
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- ¾ cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-count muffin tin with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- Add the eggs, cottage cheese, baking powder, salt, pepper, and thyme to a blender. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. 6 large eggs, ¾ cup cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the cheese, spinach, and bacon. 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese, 1 cup fresh spinach, 6 slices bacon
- Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
