Starbucks Egg Bites

Behind This Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe

The journey to recreating these copycat Starbucks egg bites took some trial and error. If you’ve had the egg bites at Starbucks, you know they don’t have the texture you’d expect from baked eggs. Instead, they have a silky smooth custard-like texture that just melts in your mouth.

You don’t get that texture if you just pour some whisked eggs into a muffin tin and pop them in the oven. I discovered there were two things that contributed to the custard-like texture. First, the addition of blended cottage cheese. The BLENDED part is very important. (It also adds flavor and extra protein, so it’s a win-win!)

Second, the cooking method. Adding a pan of water to the oven creates a sous vide-like atmosphere. It steams the eggs instead of just baking them, keeping them extra moist. It’s a similar idea to using a water bath for cheesecake.

The end result is these irresistibly delicious, cheesy, and filling egg bites with bacon and gruyere cheese. I love to make a double batch so there are always some in the freezer for busy mornings.

Prefer a different flavor combo? Check out my truffle & brie egg bites or kale & mushroom egg bites instead!

Tips from My Kitchen

• Fully blend the cottage cheese. Depending on the strength of your blender or food processor, this usually takes about a minute. It should be smooth and creamy, with no curds left.
• The steam pan is a must. The pan of hot water at the bottom of the oven replaces the need for a fancy sous vide technique. It should be hot when you add it to the oven, so that it immediately begins to steam.
• Keep the oven door closed. The only time you should open the oven door after adding the steam pan is when you put the muffin pan in and when you remove it. It’s important to keep the steam inside so that it can cook the eggs.
• Customize with your favorite toppings. I stuck with gruyere and bacon here, to mimic the popular Starbucks flavor combo. But you’re welcome to swap the bacon for ham, sausage, or mushrooms, and use your favorite cheese.

Key Ingredients

It’s hard to imagine that something so tasty requires so few ingredients! The exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

• Bacon – I like to dice it first so that it cooks faster.
• Eggs – We use the whole eggs for this recipe, though you could absolutely make an egg white version.
• Cottage cheese – The cottage cheese is one of the things that gives these egg bites the silky smooth texture.
• Gruyere cheese – Freshly shredded, if at all possible! You can substitute with other types of cheese but gruyere is what Starbucks uses.
• Cornstarch – Helps add structure and texture to the egg bites.
• Hot sauce – Adjust the amount to your preference. I like to add a few teaspoons for flavor.
• Salt & pepper – The only seasonings needed!

How to Make Starbucks Egg Bites with Bacon

This copycat recipe is so simple and easy to make. You can have a whole batch ready to enjoy in the time it’d take to wait in line at Starbucks! The printable instructions can be found in the recipe card below.

Make Ahead & Storage

These bacon and gruyere egg bites are excellent for breakfast meal prep!

They can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. But they can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months!

The best part is that you can just pop them in the microwave from frozen for about 90 seconds and breakfast is ready to go.

More Copycat Recipes To Try

These bacon egg bites are not the only Starbucks menu item I’ve recreated! If you’re in need of a coffee fix, this apple crisp macchiato can be enjoyed at home year-round, and pumpkin cream cold brew is a coffee lover’s dream in the fall. For a quick, cozy lunch, Starbucks grilled cheese never disappoints.