Delicious Cheesy Breakfast Bites – Quick & Easy Recipe
Dive into the morning with these irresistibly cheesy breakfast bites! Perfect for on-the-go eating or a leisurely brunch, these bites pack a flavorful punch with a blend of cheeses and customizable mix-ins. Ready in just minutes, they're a fantastic way to kickstart your day with a protein-rich meal that's both satisfying and delicious.
Cheesy Breakfast Bites
4
servings9
minutes6
minutes602
kcal15
minutesDive into the morning with these irresistibly cheesy breakfast bites! Perfect for on-the-go eating or a leisurely brunch, these bites pack a flavorful punch with a blend of cheeses and customizable mix-ins. Ready in just minutes, they're a fantastic way to kickstart your day with a protein-rich meal that's both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
- Eggs
3 large eggs
- Cheeses
1/4 cup ricotta cheese substituting cottage cheese
1/4 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup cheddar cheese substituting mozzarella
- Mix-ins
1 cup vegetables like bell peppers or spinach, finely chopped (optional)
- Cooking Liquid
1 cup water for use in the Instant Pot
- Alternative Ingredients:
Ricotta Cheese replaces Cottage Cheese for a smoother texture.
Cheddar Cheese replaces Mozzarella for a sharper flavor.
Bell peppers or spinach can be used as mix-ins instead of other vegetables for added color and nutrients.
Directions
- Blending Ingredients – Combine the eggs, ricotta cheese, and cream cheese in a blender. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Adding Flavors – Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Stir in your choice of vegetables if using any.
- Combine Cheeses – Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until well incorporated.
- Preparation for Cooking – Pour the egg mixture into silicone molds designed for use in the Instant Pot.
- Setting Up Instant Pot – Pour water into the base of the Instant Pot and place the trivet inside.
- Cooking Process – Set the filled molds on the trivet. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook at low pressure for 6 minutes.
- Finishing Steps – Once cooking is complete, perform a quick pressure release. Remove the lid and carefully take out the molds.
- Ready to Serve – Let the bites cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.
Equipment
- instant pot
- blender
- Mixing bowls
- silicone spatula set
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 602kcal
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Cholesterol: 607mg
- Sodium: 924mg
- Potassium: 200mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Vitamin A: 500IU
- Vitamin C: 10mg
- Calcium: 300mg
- Iron: 2mg