How Does Starbucks Make Their Egg Bites? (What are Starbucks Egg Bites made of + More)

Starbucks Egg Bites are healthy, yummy, and a great treat to have your cup of cappuccino with. So, how does Starbucks make their egg bites?

Well, Starbucks does not make their own egg bites. They are made by a different company in an off-site location and are transported packed. But how do they go about it? Every once in several months, I get on a somewhat strict diet that requires me to stay off gluten and to include lots more protein in my meals. I barely have time to cook, so I almost always get my meals from Starbucks on my way to and from work. When I am not having a chicken and quinoa protein bowl with black beans and greens, I will ask for one of the egg bite variations available. So, how are Starbucks egg bites made, and what options are available?

What Egg Bites are at Starbucks?

On the Starbucks menu, there are three egg bite variations. They are Bacon and Gruyere, Kale and Portabella Mushroom, and Egg White and Roasted Red Peppers. All these three variations are high in protein and are great for anyone looking to cut back on calorie intake.

Even though they are not officially certified gluten-free, these three dishes do not have wheat components and can, therefore, be enjoyed by persons looking to eat a gluten-free meal.

What are Starbucks Egg Bites made of?

Just as their name suggests, egg bites have eggs as their primary ingredient. Seeing as there are three main variations, each one has a list of other ingredients as broken down below.

Bacon and Gruyere Egg Bites

This protein-rich egg bite is made using eggs, milk, a cheese blend that contains Monterey Jack cheese and gruyere cheese, unsalted butter, uncured bacon, rice starch, corn starch, white vinegar, hot sauce, and salt.

From the ingredients, it is evident that there are multiple allergens, the two main ones being milk and eggs. One bacon and gruyere egg bite has a total of 300 calories.

Kale and Portabella Mushroom Egg Bites

Also a protein-dense meal, this egg bite is made using whole eggs, cottage cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Swiss cheese, portabella mushrooms, kale, unsalted butter, rice starch, garlic, and parsley, hot sauce, salt, white vinegar, and black pepper.

Even though they contain a higher number of cheeses than the Bacon and Gruyere egg bites, the Kale and Portabella mushroom egg bites come with 230 calories per serving, making them a better option for people looking to eat fewer calories.

Egg White and Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites

A personal favorite of mine, these egg bites are made from egg whites (they do not include the egg yolk in the recipe), Monterey Jack cheese, cottage cheese, red bell peppers, unsalted butter, rice starch, feta cheese, spinach, canola oil, green onion, hot sauce, salt, and a spice mix.

One helping of these egg bites is 130 grams and has a total of 170 calories, making them great for weight loss and just keeping fit.

Who makes Starbucks Egg Bites?

Starbucks egg bites are made by a company called Cuisine Solutions. The egg bites are made off-site and are brought in vacuum-sealed as a way of making sure they maintain freshness, and that there is minimal risk of spoilage during handling.

How does Starbucks heat Egg Bites?

As earlier mentioned, the egg bites come cooked from an off-site location. They are heated by being placed in the oven which allows them to heat up slowly and evenly. The heat from the oven also causes them to brown up in a nice way. They are served in twos.

Conclusion

Starbucks egg bites are not just tasty, they are great for keeping weight down and staying fit. They are available at all Starbucks outlets, and they are made using world-class methods which keep them safe, fresh, and tasty. If you have not had them yet, do not worry, you can never be too late to the party.

FAQ Section

Why are Starbucks egg bites so good?

There are two main reasons why Starbucks egg bites taste great; their ingredients and preparation method. The egg bites are made using savory ingredients which carry a good amount of umami. The combination of animal-based protein with certain spices gives them a great flavor balance that just makes you want more.

They are also prepared using the sous vide method which makes them fluffy and silky, and this texture adds to their great taste.

Are egg bites from Starbucks healthy?

Even though we do not write this from a professional point of view, we can confidently say that Starbucks egg bites are healthy. They are not too calorie-dense, and they are free of gluten. They can be consumed by people looking to lose weight or stay healthy generally.

What kind of egg-white bites does Starbucks have?

The only version of egg-white bites available at Starbucks is the Egg white and Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites. Because they lack egg yolks, these egg bites are quite fluffy and silky, and they have a great texture altogether.