Instant Pot Egg Bites Variations with Cheeses, Ham, Bacon, Mushrooms, and Chicken Recipe

ByBen Miller
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Introduction

Instant Pot Egg Bites are a quick and delicious breakfast option that’s packed with protein and customizable with your favorite fillings. Using a blender and silicone molds, you can create fluffy, restaurant-style bites right at home in no time.

A dark round plate holds small, yellow, round blocks that are cut to show different fillings inside; some blocks reveal bright green, leafy textures, while others show pale yellow or light green interiors with small bits of red and other colors. The blocks have a soft, smooth look with a slight gloss. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with a gray and white striped cloth beneath and to the side, next to a knife with a worn metal blade and light wooden handle. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray, olive oil, or butter for greasing molds
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup ham, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp green onion, finely chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp green onion, finely chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup cooked mushrooms, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup sausage, chopped
  • 2 tbsp green onion, finely chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Spray the silicone molds with cooking spray, olive oil, or butter to prevent sticking. Set the molds aside.
  2. Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, and hard cheese of your choice. Blend for 20-30 seconds until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Add the additional ingredients like meats, vegetables, or herbs. Pulse a few times to mix without fully pureeing, keeping a fluffy texture.
  4. Step 4: Evenly divide the egg mixture into the silicone mold compartments. Leave at least 1/4 inch space at the top to prevent overflow during cooking. Wipe any spills from mold edges for best results.
  5. Step 5: Cover the molds with their lids or tightly with foil, then place them on the trivet provided with your Instant Pot.
  6. Step 6: Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot. Lower the trivet with the molds carefully into the pot, ensuring it fits snugly.
  7. Step 7: Secure the lid and set the vent to sealing. Select the STEAM function and set the timer for 15 minutes. Allow about 5 minutes for pressure to build before the countdown starts. (For older models, cook for 10 minutes followed by a 10-minute natural release.)
  8. Step 8: When cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure before opening the lid.
  9. Step 9: Remove the molds one by one, watching out for hot steam. Let the egg bites cool for a few minutes before gently removing them from the molds and serving.

Tips & Variations

  • Use fresh herbs like thyme, chives, or parsley to brighten flavors.
  • Swap cottage cheese for ricotta for a creamier texture.
  • Try different cheeses like mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss for variety.
  • Include sautéed vegetables such as spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra nutrition.
  • These egg bites freeze well—store in airtight containers and reheat gently in the microwave.

Storage

Store cooked egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, microwave on medium power for 30-60 seconds until heated through. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A white bowl is filled with many small rounded yellow pieces that look soft and spongy, some of them cut open to show different fillings inside. There are two types of fillings: one is pale with bits of green and light brown, and the other is darker green, leafy, and finely chopped. The bowl is placed on a white marbled texture with a light blue-striped cloth beside it. Next to the cloth is a knife with a beige handle resting on the surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular metal or glass molds instead of silicone?

Silicone molds are best because they handle the steam cooking and release the egg bites easily. Metal or glass molds may work but can be harder to remove the egg bites from and might not fit well inside the Instant Pot.

Do I need to pre-cook ingredients like bacon or sausage?

Yes, it’s important to fully cook meats like bacon, sausage, or ham before adding them to the egg mixture to ensure safety and best flavor.

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Instant Pot Egg Bites Variations with Cheeses, Ham, Bacon, Mushrooms, and Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Ben
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 egg bites (depending on mold size and mixture division) 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat
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Description

This Instant Pot Egg Bites recipe offers a variety of flavorful, protein-packed snacks or breakfast options, featuring creamy cottage cheese blended with eggs and different cheese and meat combinations. These bites are steamed to perfection in silicone molds using an Instant Pot, resulting in a fluffy, tender texture similar to popular café-style egg bites.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • Cooking spray, olive oil or butter to spray/grease molds
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese

Ham & Cheddar Egg Bites

  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
  • 1/4 cup ham (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)

Bacon & Gruyere Egg Bites

  • 1/2 cup gruyere cheese (shredded)
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
  • 2 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)

Mushroom & Gruyere Egg Bites

  • 1/2 cup gruyere cheese (grated)
  • 1/4 cup cooked mushrooms (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped)

Sausage & Goat Cheese Egg Bites

  • 1/2 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup sausage (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)

Chicken, Feta & Roasted Bell Pepper Egg Bites

  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup rotisserie chicken (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup roasted bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the molds: Spray the silicone molds with cooking spray or lightly grease with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Blend the base mixture: In a blender or food processor, add the cottage cheese, eggs, and the respective hard cheese for the chosen flavor. Blend for 20-30 seconds until smooth.
  3. Add additional ingredients: Add the meats, vegetables, and herbs to the blender, pulsing a few times to combine while maintaining a slightly fluffy texture.
  4. Fill the molds: Evenly divide the egg mixture between the compartments of the silicone mold, leaving at least a 1/4 inch space at the top to prevent overflow during cooking. Clean any spills around the mold edges.
  5. Cover the molds: Secure with the silicone mold lids or tightly cover with foil. Place the molds on the Instant Pot trivet.
  6. Add water and insert trivet: Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot. Carefully lower the trivet with the molds inside the pot, ensuring it fits snugly.
  7. Pressure cook: Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set the steam vent to sealing. Press the STEAM button and set the timer for 15 minutes. It will take about 5 minutes to come to pressure before countdown begins. For older Instant Pot models, cook for 10 minutes followed by a 10-minute natural pressure release.
  8. Release pressure: When cooking completes, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure before opening.
  9. Cool and serve: Remove molds carefully to avoid steam burns. Let the egg bites cool for a few minutes before removing them from molds and serving.

Notes

  • Use silicone molds designed for Instant Pot or steaming to ensure even cooking.
  • Feel free to customize your egg bites with any preferred cheeses, meats, or vegetables.
  • Do not overfill the molds to avoid spillage during cooking.
  • Make sure to let the pressure release naturally to avoid cracking or toughening the egg bites.
  • These egg bites can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

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