Starbucks Egg Bites at Home (Easy Copycat Recipe)

This copycat Starbucks egg bites recipe delivers the same custard-like texture as the real thing, using simple ingredients and easy techniques.

These homemade egg bites are perfect for meal prep, busy mornings and anyone looking for an easy, protein-packed breakfast.

The secret to achieving the Starbucks version is blending a combination of eggs with cottage cheese to create that signature velvety texture. And we’ll mimic the sous vide technique with a foolproof at-home method. 

Whether you’re making classic gruyere egg bites or customizing them with your favorite mix-ins, this make-at-home recipe is guaranteed to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

• Eggs
• Bacon
• Cottage cheese
• Gruyere cheese
• Cornstarch
• Salt
• Pepper

How to Make Starbucks Egg Bites

 

​Blend the Eggs

Using a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the eggs together with the cottage cheese, cornstarch, salt and pepper.

You want the mixture to be smooth and frothy. 

Cook the Bacon

Dice up the bacon and fry it in a dry pan until it’s nice and crispy. Set it aside. 

Prepare the Muffin Pan

We’re using a 12-cup muffin pan for this recipe. Start by coating it with nonstick cooking spray.

Then, sprinkle half of the bacon bits and half of the Gruyere cheese into each muffin cup.

Now, pour the egg batter into the muffin cups, and finish by sprinkling the rest of the bacon and cheese. 

Create a Water Bath

Place a rimmed baking sheet onto the middle rack of your preheated oven. Then, place the filled muffin pan onto the baking sheet.

Now, carefully pour boiling water into the baking sheet until the water comes about 1/3 of the way up the muffin pan. 

Bake the Egg Bites

Bake the egg bites at a low temperature (300F degrees). Then, remove the muffin pan from the oven first. Lastly, remove the baking sheet and dump the water. 

Let the egg bites cool before you try to remove them from the muffin pan. It helps to run a knife around the edges before removing them. 

Watch how to make Starbucks Egg Bites!

Variations

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The bacon and Gruyere combination is the classic used by Starbucks. If you’re in love with this recipe and want to try some variations, here are some ideas: 

1. Pepper Jack Egg Bites: Combine roasted red pepper and Monterey jack cheese for extra flavor and a colorful presentation.

2. Veggie Lover’s Egg Bites: Mix in bell pepper, green onions and mushrooms for a veggie-packed breakfast.

3. Spicy Southwestern Egg Bites: Add diced peppers, cheddar cheese and a splash of hot sauce.

4. Florentine Egg Bites: Try the winning combination of spinach and crumbled feta cheese. 

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Store leftover egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 2 months.

To reheat your egg bites, the microwave is the easiest way. Pop them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds and you’re good to go.

You could also reheat them in the oven at the same temperature that you baked them – 300F degrees. 

Do I Need to Sous Vide the Eggs?

Nope! While the original Starbucks version is cooked using a sous vide machine and vacuum-sealed bags, you can achieve very similar results in your home oven.

A hot water bath creates a steamy environment that mimics the gentle cooking method of a sous vide cooker. Most home cooks find this method to be the perfect way to recreate the real thing without investing in a sous vide machine.

If you already own a sous vide cooker, you can certainly use it, but it is not required for this egg bite recipe.

Can I Make These Egg Bites Ahead?

Absolutely! These Starbucks copycat egg bites are one of the best make-ahead breakfast options.

Meal prep a batch on Sunday and enjoy them throughout the week. 

Simply store them in an airtight container and reheat as needed.

Tips for the Best Starbucks Egg Bites

• Blend the eggs and cottage cheese thoroughly to achieve the signature custard-like texture. No lumps! 
• Use a silicone mold or silicone muffin tins for easy removal. If you don’t have silicone, coat the muffin pan very well with nonstick cooking spray.
• Don’t skip the hot water bath. It creates the steamy environment needed for the right texture.
• Bake at a low temperature rather than rushing the process.
• Avoid overbaking, which can make the egg bites rubbery.
• Allow the bites to cool slightly before removing them from the mold.
• Place the baking dish on the middle rack for even cooking.

When you make these Starbucks egg bites, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a rating or leave a comment below. Enjoy! 

For more Starbucks copycat recipes, try these: 

• Easy Starbucks Vanilla Iced Latte
• Starbucks Egg White Turkey Bacon Sandwich
• Starbucks White Hot Chocolate Recipe
• Starbucks Grilled Cheese at Home
• Starbucks Iced Mocha Macchiato
• Better-than-Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones