How to Make Ham and Cheddar Sous Vide Egg Bites - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and what better way to start it off than with a savory and satisfying dish that's packed with protein and flavor. Meet the Ham and Cheddar Sous Vide Egg Bites - a delectable and nutritious breakfast option that will leave you feeling full and energized to tackle the day ahead.

Sous vide, a cooking technique that involves vacuum-sealing food in a bag and cooking it in a water bath at a precise temperature, has gained popularity in recent...

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Ingredients

  • 6 jam jars
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil, or as needed
  • 2 ounces black forest ham, diced
  • ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
  • 6 large eggs
  • ¼ cup 10% cream
  • ½ cup shredded medium Cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 egg bites

  • Fill a stockpot with enough water to just cover the jars. Attach a sous vide immersion cooker to the side of the pot. Set temperature to 172 degrees F (77 degrees C).
  • Generously oil the inside of each jar with coconut oil. Add ham and red pepper to the bottom of the jars.
  • Whisk eggs and cream together in a bowl until well combined. Stir in Cheddar cheese, salt, and nutmeg. Divide egg mixture among the jars. Close jars with lids and metal bands; tighten using the tips of your fingers only. Do not over-tighten.
  • Immerse in the water bath and cook for 1 hour. Carefully remove the jars, using tongs, to a heat-resistant surface. Let rest 10 minutes before opening the jars.
  • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 215mg
    • Sodium: 446mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 126mg