Quick Air Fryer Egg Bites Recipe for Busy Mornings (Print Version)

Whip up a batch of fluffy Air Fryer Egg Bites! This simple recipe makes meal prep easy and mornings delicious. Personal tips, real stories included.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 6-8 Large Eggs
02 - 1/4 cup Milk or Cream
03 - 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese
04 - 1/2 cup Chopped Veggies (e.g., bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms)

→ Seasonings

05 - 1/2 tsp Salt
06 - 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

→ Optional Flavor Boosters

07 - A few dashes Hot Sauce
08 - 1 tbsp Fresh Herbs (chopped, e.g., chives, parsley, dill)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, grab your silicone egg bite molds and give them a good spray with cooking oil. Even if they say "non-stick," trust me on this one. I learned the hard way with those "blob eggs" I mentioned earlier! This step ensures your beautiful egg bites slide right out without a fuss. It feels like such a tiny thing, but it makes all the difference when you're trying to get breakfast on the table without a fight.
02 - In a medium bowl, crack your eggs. Add the milk or cream, salt, and pepper. Now, whisk, whisk, whisk! You want everything really well combined and slightly frothy. This aeration is key to those light, fluffy egg bites. I usually get a little aggressive with my whisking, picturing all the stress of the day just melting away. It's almost therapeutic, honestly.
03 - This is where the fun begins! Gently fold in your shredded cheese and chopped veggies. I love seeing all those colors swirl together – it just smells like goodness already. Don't overmix here; you just want them evenly distributed. I've been known to get a little wild with the cheese, and sometimes it sinks to the bottom, but hey, cheesy bottoms are still delicious!
04 - Carefully pour your egg mixture into each well of your prepared silicone molds, filling them about three-quarters full. Don't overfill, or you'll have some overflowing chaos in your air fryer, and nobody wants that mess! This is where a steady hand helps, or just embrace the slight drips like I do sometimes. It's all part of the home cooking charm.
05 - Place the filled silicone molds into your air fryer basket. You might need to do this in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer and molds. Set your air fryer to 300°F (150°C) and cook for 10-12 minutes. This is usually when I start smelling that amazing cooked egg and cheese aroma filling the kitchen – it's just the best!
06 - After 10 minutes, gently poke an egg bite with a knife or toothpick. If it comes out clean, they're ready! If not, give them another minute or two. They should look set and slightly golden around the edges. Carefully remove the molds, let them cool for a minute, then pop out your gorgeous Air Fryer Egg Bites. They’re so fluffy and ready to devour!

# Notes:

01 - Always grease your silicone molds, even non-stick ones, to avoid sticky situations – I learned that the hard way!
02 - For the fluffiest egg bites, whisk your eggs until they're really frothy before adding mix-ins.
03 - Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container for 3-4 days; reheat in the air fryer for the best texture, microwaving makes them rubbery.
04 - Don't be afraid to swap milk for a non-dairy option or experiment with different cheeses and cooked veggies.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Air fryer
02 - silicone egg bite molds
03 - whisk
04 - mixing bowl

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 150
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 3g
Protein: 12g

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