2tablespoonsdiced bell pepperany color, green is traditional
2tablespoonsdiced green onions
pinchcayenne pepperoptional
Instructions
In an Instant Pot
Add the eggs, milk, grated cheese, and cayenne pepper to a blender and blend until smooth.
Spray the egg bites silicone mold with cooking spray or coconut oil. Divide the egg mixture between the 7 cups, then sprinkle the diced toppings on top.
Pour 1 cup of water into the liner of your pressure cooker and add the trivet. Carefully place the filled silicone mold on top of the trivet.
Wrap with foil or place the plastic lid on top of the silicone egg mold. Do not completely secure the lid, just lay it on top to prevent condensation from dropping into your egg bites while they cook.
Secure the lid, make sure the steam knob is in the "Sealing" position. Press the "Pressure Cook/Manual" button and adjust the time to 8 minutes using the + or - button.
When the pot beeps, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the Egg Bites from the Instant Pot and allow to cool for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire cooling rack or serving plate. Hold the mold over the wire rack and gently push the egg bites out.
On the Stove
Pour enough water into the bottom of a large pot so that it comes up to the bottom of the steam rack. Bring the water to a boil then carefully lower the steam rack and mold (without the plastic lid) into the pot. Cover, reduce heat to a low boil, and steam for 10 minutes.
Turn off heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Carefully remove from the pot and flip the egg bites out onto a paper towel lined plate.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to a month. Reheat leftover egg bites in the microwave before serving.
Notes
The texture of the egg bites is improved and they are not as dense when the pressure is naturally released for a full 10 minutes.
I used Unsweetened CashewMilk, but whole, 2%, or coconutmilk would also work.
Look for a cheddar that has been aged more than 9 months for lactose-free, or use your favorite cheese.
Starbucks egg bites contain cottage cheese but I am lactose-intolerant so I left it out.