Eggs are the perfect, budget-friendly staple to keep on hand for many reasons. First, they have some great health benefits, including being a good source of vitamin B12 and choline, serving as a complete protein and more. Another benefit of eggs is that they cook quickly. But on days when you're pressed for time and need a quick, filling source of protein, egg bites are the perfect solution. After nutritionally vetting store-bought egg bites galore, we taste-tested 18 varieties to find the best.

These protein-packed little egg bites are an excellent way to ensure everyone has a decent breakfast. They are effortless to prepare and bake, and you don't need a sous vide appliance or Instant Pot to make these egg bites. Plus, when you bake them in the oven, you don't have to wait for a tub of water to heat or pressure to build in a pressure cooker.

Sample Recipe: Easy Egg Bite Muffins
Ingredient

• 1 teaspoon salted butter or ghee, for greasing the pan
• 9 large eggs
• 1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (optional)
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 11/2 cups chopped baby spinach
• 1/2 cup diced seeded red bell pepper

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