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Bacon and cheese egg bake layers the best breakfast flavors into one Instant Pot pot. Crispy bacon forms the base, chopped cauliflower adds bulk, and a foamy egg-and-milk mixture with mozzarella sets over the top. Fifteen minutes start to finish, and it feeds four hungry people.

Bacon and Cheese Egg Bake

(Total Time: 15 MIN| Serves: 4)

Ingredients:
8 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup (240 ml) mozzarella cheese, shredded
8 pieces of bacon, chopped
2 cups (480 ml) cauliflower, chopped
¼ cup green onions, chopped

Spices:
½ tsp salt

Directions:

1. Plug in the instant pot and grease the inner pot with oil. Press the ‘’Sauté’’ button and heat up.
2. Add chopped bacon and briefly cook for a couple of minutes or until lightly brown on all sides.
3. Using a wooden spatula spread the bacon evenly over the bottom of the pot creating the first layer.
4. Add chopped cauliflower creating the second layer in your pot. Set aside.
5. In another bowl, crack the eggs and season with salt. Pour in the milk and whisk together until foamy. Pour the mixture over cauliflower and top with mozzarella cheese.
6. Seal the lid and press the ‘’Manual’’ button. Set the timer for 7 minutes on high pressure.
7. When done, perform a quick pressure release and open the lid. Sprinkle with green onions and serve immediately.
   Per Serving(Calories 381g | Total Fats 26.6g | Net Carbs: 4.7g | Protein 29.3g |Fiber: 1.4g)

Pro Tips

• Brown the bacon briefly first and spread it evenly over the pot's bottom — it becomes the savory foundation layer of the bake.
• Layer the cauliflower right on top of the bacon before pouring in the eggs; the vegetables steam into the custard as it sets.
• Whisk the eggs and milk until foamy — that air is what gives the bake its light, fluffy texture instead of a dense block.
• Sprinkle the green onions on only after cooking for a fresh bite against the rich bacon and cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this egg bake keep?

Up to 4 days in the fridge. Slice and rewarm portions as needed — it's a natural meal-prep breakfast.

Can I use other vegetables?

Broccoli or chopped greens are great stand-ins for the cauliflower. Whatever you use, chop it small so it cooks through in the 7-minute pressure cook.

Is it keto?

Yes — 4.7g net carbs and 29g protein per serving make it a hearty keto-friendly breakfast or light dinner.

Can I make it in the oven?

Yes — layer everything in a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F until the eggs are set in the center.

Stav Kogan

Bacon and Cheese Egg Bake

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Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 381

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Ingredients

  

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• 8 eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 8 pieces of bacon, chopped
• 2 cups cauliflower, chopped
• ¼ cup green onions, chopped
• ½ tsp salt

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Nutrition

Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 29gFat: 27g

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