The ultimate meal prep for busy mornings, these dairy-free egg bites are baked in a muffin tin and can be customized to your preference. Packed with protein, the omelet bites can be popped in the fridge or frozen for later to make for a simpler morning routine.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach who works out in the morning, these make-ahead omelets are a game-changer for busy mornings. I whip them up on the weekend and warm them up throughout the week for myself and the kids as I’m working out.
Not only are they easy to make, but you can add and adjust any of the ingredients in the egg bites to make them like new each time (or based on what you have in the fridge). Just like overnight protein oats, they’re an easy way to keep mornings a little less crazy.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Customizable: Add or remove ingredients to create new tastes as per your preference.
Allergy-friendly: Dairy-free, gluten-free, and totally paleo if needed, these make-ahead omelets are a win for everyone.
Meal prep: Cook once and make busy mornings so much easier.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Peek through the image below to see what you need for the mini egg bites. However, know that there are so many ways to vary the omelets. Below are the substitutions we’ve used.
Vegetables: Any and all vegetables can work, but know that things like broccoli or cauliflower should be chopped super fine so that they cook quickly, and ingredients like tomatoes may alter the texture.
Cheese: I use a vegan shredded cheese when I’m feeling indulgent, but you can omit this altogether if you prefer a more real-food approach.
Meat: Cooked sausage and bacon are used, so there is some prep. But again, it’s interchangeable. First off, make sure that your sausage is gluten-free if you need it to be, as it’s a hidden source of gluten. Also, know that using ground beef, chopped steak, or chicken can be done too; the mini omelets may just be a different kind of savory (like carnivore casserole!).
Whole30: If you want to make the egg bites Whole30-approved, skip the pork and use ground beef in its place, like in this egg and beef scramble. You’ll also want to eliminate the cheese, but you could use nutritional yeast to mimic the flavor a bit.
Expert Tips To Make It
You can make egg bites in a classic muffin tin, or you can use mini silicone molds like the ones I use for baked protein oatmeal. With the molds, you definitely have more of a mini omelet. You’d need to adjust the cooking time, though, as well,l so keep a close eye.
Know that you can mix and match the mini omelets; they don’t have to all be the same. To do this, after you’ve whisked the eggs and milk, divide the mixture evenly into other bowls and then add in your “fixings”. Maybe veggies in one and a savory meat and cheese in the other. Whichever way you want to split them.
In place of greasing a muffin tin, use silicone molds. This creates less mess, fewer dishes, and stress.
How To Make Dairy-Free Egg Bites
Step 1: Get everything prepared by chopping the vegetables and cooking the meat.
Step 2: Whisk together the eggs and dairy-free milk.
Step 3: Add the vegetables and cooked meat to the mixture, and cheese if using.
Step 4: Portion it into the muffin tins and bake until eggs are cooked through.
How To Meal Prep and Store Them
There are multiple ways you can store and reheat these dairy-free egg bites. So, choose the system that works best for you.
In the fridge: If you’re going to eat them within 3-4 days, store your cooked egg bites in the fridge in an airtight container.
In the freezer: To do this, freeze the cooked egg bites on a baking sheet. Once frozen, place them into a freezer-safe bag or container. They will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To enjoy them, let them thaw in the fridge overnight.
Reheating: You can reheat the mini omelets in the oven on low until heated through, which is my preference. Keep an eye not to overcook them, though, or they’ll get “tough”. Of course, popping them into the microwave for a minute is another way to heat them quickly andis awesome for teenagers.
Meal prep: The other way to prep make-ahead omelets is by making the mixture and portioning it into the muffin tin and then refrigerating that overnight. The next morning, add 1-2 minutes to the baking time. This way you get to enjoy them fresh but without the effort.
FAQs
Yes! These make-ahead omelets can be frozen for 2-3 months, and they’ll stay fresh. You’ll want to thaw them first in the fridge before reheating them in the microwave or oven on low until heated through.
Though packed with protein, we still pair our egg bites with something else for a complete breakfast. Normally piece or two of fruit or sometimes some toast and avocado to make for a heartier meal.
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Dairy-Free Egg Bites
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- ½ cup Dairy-free milk
- 1 Red bell pepper finely chopped
- ⅛ cup Sweet onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup Baby spinach finely chopped
- ¼ cup Roma tomato finely chopped
- ½ cup Gluten-free sausage cooked
- 5 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- ⅓ cup Vegan shredded cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Chop the vegetables and cook the bacon and sausage in separate skillets; drain the grease.
- Add the eggs and milk to a bowl and whisk them.
- Mix in the remaining ingredients or separate the eggs and ingredients into multiple bowls to make different flavors.
- Portion the mixture into a lined muffin tin.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the eggs are cooked through.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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