Instant Pot Egg Bites Food

FLUFFY EGG BITES

Steps:

• Divide the crumbled bacon or sausage (if using) between the silicone egg bite molds. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, shredded cheese, cottage cheese, cream, and salt. (Alternatively, you can blend these ingredients in a blender.)
• Divide the egg mixture between the molds. Cover the molds with aluminum foil.
• Pour the water into the inner cooking pot and place a trivet in the bottom. Place the molds on top of the trivet. Lock the lid, select Steam, and set the time to 8 minutes. When cooking ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then turn the valve to "venting" to quick release the remaining pressure.
• Unlock and remove the lid. Remove the silicone molds from the pot. Allow the eggs to rest in the mold for 2 minutes before removing.

INSTANT POT EGG BITES RECIPE

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Spray an egg bite mold with cooking oil; set aside.
• Select the Instant Pot sauté button and add the diced bacon to the pot. Cook , stirring until the bacon is browned; remove to paper towels to drain.
• Clean the pot and add 1 1/2 cups of water. Set aside.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; whisk to blend thoroughly.
• Add the Gruyére and Parmesan cheeses to the egg mixture along with the chopped scallion and drained bacon. Mix well.
• Spoon or pour the egg mixture evenly in the 7 wells of the silicone egg bite mold.
• Place the filled egg bite mold on the trivet and use the handles to lower it into the pot. Alternatively, place a trivet in the pot and use a foil sling to lower the egg bite mold onto the trivet.
• Secure the lid and make sure the pressure release valve is in the sealing position. Choose pressure cook or manual (high pressure), and set the timer for 8 minutes. It will take approximately 7 minutes to come to full pressure. When the time is up, let the pressure come down naturally for 5 minutes and then carefully move the valve to the venting position to release the remaining pressure.
• Remove the egg bite mold from the Instant Pot and let it stand for 5 minutes. Note: These egg bites registered about 170 F in the center. Check with an instant-read thermometer if you are unsure. The minimum safe temperature for cooked eggs is 160 F (165 F if refrigerated and then reheated).
• Use a narrow spatula or knife to gently loosen the egg bites.
• Invert the mold onto a plate and gently coax the egg bites out. They should come out with little or no effort.
• Garnish the egg bites as desired with extra scallion tops and Parmesan cheese.
• Enjoy.

READY-TO-GO EGG BITES

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo and onion and cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft and the chorizo is fully cooked, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain the excess grease. Set aside to cool.
• Combine the eggs, heavy cream, sour cream, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
• Generously coat the cups of a silicone egg bites mold (you can find them online!) with cooking spray. Divide the cheese among the cups. Divide the chorizo and onion among the cups. Then fill the cups with the egg mixture, leaving a little space at the top.
• Multi-cooker directions: Set the trivet in a multi-cooker, then carefully pour 1 cup water into the pot. Cover the mold snugly with foil and carefully lower it onto the trivet.
• Secure the lid on the multi-cooker and set the pressure valve to sealing. Press the steam button and set it to 10 minutes. (Note: It will take several minutes for the pressure to build, after which the 10-minute timer will automatically start counting down.)
• After the 10 minutes are up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then use the handle of a wooden spoon to move the valve to venting, which will let the rest of the pressure release quickly.
• When the pressure is fully released, carefully remove the lid. Remove the silicone mold from the machine. Peel back the foil and turn the egg bites onto a plate. They should pop right out!
• Standard oven directions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Pour water into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish until it's halfway full. Set the mold in the baking dish, then cover the baking dish with foil. Bake until the eggs are set, about 1 hour. Let the mold sit in the water for 10 minutes before removing the egg bites from the mold.
• Freezing and reheating instructions: Freeze by placing the bites on a lightly greased sheet pan or plate and freeze for 45 minutes. Transfer to a plastic zipper bag and return to the freezer.
• To reheat 1 or 2 bites, wrap in a paper towel and microwave for 1 minute. Let sit for 1 minute before eating.

INSTANT POT EGG BITES

Steps:

• Cook the eggs on low pressure: Secure the lid on the pressure cooker. Make sure that the pressure regulator is set to the "Sealing" position. Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" program, then adjust the time to 8 minutes at low pressure. (If making a double batch, increase the cooking time to 10 minutes.) The pressure cooker will take about 10 minutes to come up to full pressure. Cook time begins once it has reached full pressure. Note: If you don't have a low pressure option on your pressure cooker, use the 'Pressure Cook' or 'Manual' setting for 8 minutes. We recommend only doing one layer of egg bites at a time this way. You can also try setting the "Steam" function for 10 minutes.
• Serve the egg bites: Serve the bites warm on their own, or with toast or a pile of mixed greens. You can refrigerate them for up to 3 days in a tightly lidded container. To reheat, microwave very briefly (about 25 seconds, depending on the strength of your microwave), before serving.

INSTANT POT® EGG BITES

Steps:

• Beat eggs in a medium bowl until yellow and frothy. Add garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Toss spinach, Muenster cheese, and onion together in a small bowl. Divide evenly among the cavities of a silicone egg mold. Pour beaten eggs into each cavity, filling each 3/4 full. Cover mold with aluminum foil.
• Pour 1/2 cup water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place egg mold inside. Close and lock the lid, sealing the vent. Select Steam function; set timer for 13 minutes.
• Release pressure naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.