These cheesy ham and egg bites are soft inside, golden and cheesy outside, and packed with diced ham, cheddar cheese, green onions, and eggs. Based on your photo, this recipe makes small, round, crustless breakfast bites that are perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, snacks, or meal prep.
1. Recipe at a glance
Preparation time
15 minutes
Baking time
18–25 minutes
Yield
18–22 bites
Oven temperature
180°C / 350°F
Difficulty
Easy
Dietary notes
Gluten-free if ingredients are certified
2. Ingredients
The quantities below are an estimated recipe based on the ingredients visible in your picture. The original recipe’s exact measurements cannot be confirmed from the image alone.
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Cheese and egg mixture
2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
3 large eggs
½ cup (120 g) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or sour cream
Diced ham
Meat and vegetables
1 cup (140–150 g) diced cooked ham
¼ cup finely chopped green onions
¼ cup finely chopped bell pepper, optional
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For binding and seasoning
½ cup (50–60 g) breadcrumbs or almond flour
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
A small pinch of salt, if needed
½ teaspoon baking powder, optional, for a lighter texture
Cooking spray or a little oil for the baking tray
Important: Your picture appears to show shredded cheese, diced ham, green onions, and cooked egg mixed together. If you want the closest version to the photo, use the cooked-egg method below. If you prefer a more cohesive, muffin-like egg bite, use the raw-egg variation at the end.
3. Step-by-step instructions
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Step 1: Cook the eggs
Cook the 3 eggs in a nonstick pan, scrambling them gently until fully set. Let them cool, then break them into small pieces. You can also use chopped hard-boiled eggs.
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Step 2: Mix the ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, diced ham, cooked eggs, green onions, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
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Step 3: Shape the bites
Add the breadcrumbs or almond flour gradually until the mixture holds together when squeezed. Roll into balls about 3–4 cm (1¼–1½ inches) wide. You should get approximately 18–22 bites.
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Step 4: Prepare the oven
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease it. Arrange the balls with a little space between them.
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Step 5: Bake until golden
Bake for 18–25 minutes, turning the tray halfway through if necessary. The bites should be golden on the outside and hot throughout. If using the raw-egg variation, ensure the center is fully cooked.
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Step 6: Cool and serve
Let the bites rest for 5 minutes before removing them from the tray. Serve warm with ketchup, hot sauce, garlic yogurt dip, or your favorite breakfast sauce.
4. Recipe tips for the best results
Prevent the bites from falling apart: Add the binder gradually. The mixture should hold its shape when pressed, without being wet or crumbly.
Avoid greasy bites: Drain excess moisture from the cooked eggs and blot very wet ingredients before mixing.
Get a golden finish: Use a fully preheated oven and avoid overcrowding the tray.
Keep the texture tender: Do not add too much flour or breadcrumbs.
Make them spicy: Add chopped jalapeños, chili flakes, or a pinch of cayenne.
Change the cheese: Mozzarella gives a stretchy texture; cheddar provides a stronger flavor. A cheddar-mozzarella combination works well.
Use cooked ham: Dice it into small, even pieces so that it distributes throughout the mixture.
5. Nutrition information
Estimated nutrition per bite, assuming 20 bites made with the ingredients above and regular cheddar, ham, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and breadcrumbs.
Nutrient
Approx. per bite
Calories
85–105 kcal
Protein
5–6 g
Total fat
6–8 g
Saturated fat
3–4 g
Carbohydrates
2–3 g
Fiber
0–0.5 g
Sugars
Less than 1 g
Sodium
180–280 mg
These are estimates, not laboratory measurements. The actual values depend on the brands, ham type, cheese, and final number of bites.
How to make them healthier
Use reduced-fat cheese and cream cheese to reduce calories and saturated fat.
Use less ham and add more chopped bell pepper or spinach.
Choose lower-sodium ham and reduce added salt.
Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs for a lower-carbohydrate version, but note that almond flour adds calories and fat.
Use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter mixture.
6. Allergens and dietary information
Dietary concern
Details
Eggs
Contains eggs
Dairy
Contains cheddar and cream cheese
Gluten
Contains gluten if made with regular breadcrumbs
Nuts
Contains nuts if almond flour is used
Pork
Regular ham is usually pork; check the package
Vegetarian
Replace ham with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or extra vegetables
Halal
Use halal-certified chicken or beef ham and check all packaged ingredients
For a halal version, use halal-certified chicken or beef deli meat instead of pork ham. Cheese and other packaged ingredients should also be checked for suitable certification if that is important to you.
7. Storage and reheating
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2–3 months for best quality.
Oven reheating: Heat at 175°C (350°F) for approximately 8–12 minutes, or until hot throughout.
Air fryer: Reheat at 160°C (320°F) for around 4–7 minutes, checking frequently.
Microwave: Heat in short 20–30-second intervals. The bites will be softer rather than crispy.
Refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking, or within 1 hour in very hot conditions above 32°C (90°F). Reheat leftovers to 74°C (165°F).
8. Frequently asked questions
Q1. Can I make these without cream cheese?
Yes. Use 2–3 tablespoons of thick Greek yogurt or sour cream, or omit it and add a little extra shredded cheese. Adjust the binder if needed.
Q2. Can I make these without breadcrumbs?
Yes. Almond flour is a useful alternative. You can also try finely grated Parmesan, or omit the binder if the mixture already holds together well.
Q3. Why are my bites falling apart?
The mixture may be too wet, the pieces may be too large, or there may not be enough binding ingredients. Chill the mixture for 20–30 minutes and add a little more binder if necessary.
Q4. Can I cook them in an air fryer?
Yes. Arrange the bites in a single layer and cook at 175°C (350°F) for approximately 10–15 minutes, checking early and adjusting for their size and your air fryer.
Q5. Can I prepare them the night before?
Yes. Shape the uncooked bites, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake the next day, adding a few minutes if needed. Keep raw-egg mixtures refrigerated and cook thoroughly.
Q6. Can I use raw eggs instead of cooked eggs?
Yes, but the texture will be different. Whisk the eggs and combine them with the cheese, ham, vegetables, and a suitable binder. Portion into a greased mini-muffin tin and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 15–22 minutes, until the centers are fully set and reach 71°C (160°F).
Q7. Why are the bites dry?
They may have baked too long, contain too much binder, or use very lean meat and low-fat cheese. Check them early and avoid adding excessive flour.
Q8. Can children eat these?
Yes, provided they are fully cooked and suitable for the child’s dietary needs. Cut them into age-appropriate pieces and supervise young children while eating.
Q9. What can I serve with them?
Try fresh fruit, a green salad, roasted potatoes, sliced tomatoes, yogurt dip, or whole-grain toast.
Q10. Can I make them vegetarian?
Absolutely. Replace the ham with cooked mushrooms, spinach, finely chopped broccoli, or plant-based ham. Remove excess moisture from cooked vegetables before mixing.
9. Alternative: egg bites closer to the golden muffins in your photo
If you want the finished bites to look more like the golden, cheese-topped pieces in the bottom-right of your image, use this simpler baked-egg version instead.
Ingredients:
6 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced cooked ham
¼ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons milk or cream
Black pepper and a pinch of salt
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Whisk the eggs with the milk, pepper, and salt.
Stir in the ham, green onions, and half the cheese.
Pour into a greased mini-muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tops.
Bake for 15–22 minutes, until puffed, golden, and fully set in the center.
This variation produces more traditional, tender egg muffins rather than dense, rolled cheese-and-ham balls.
My recommendation: Use the first recipe if you want firm, round, snackable bites like the ones being shaped
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