How many calories are in Starbucks bacon egg bites?

Starbucks egg bites are a great breakfast option for many people, but how many calories are in Starbucks bacon egg bites? Read on to find out.

There are 300 calories in Starbucks bacon egg bites. This is my favorite item every morning, and it is identified as Bacon and Gruyere egg bites on the Starbucks menu. I frequent the coffee shop throughout the week and ensure I enjoy two servings of the bacon egg bites before going about my daily routine. The best part of this breakfast option is how affordable it is to a frequent customer. This article will take you through the major details of this breakfast item on the Starbucks menu.

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What is in Starbucks bacon egg bites?

The Starbucks bacon egg bites are made up of a variety of ingredients, giving the final product a great taste. It comprises smoked Applewood bacon and eggs that are accompanied by Gruyere and Monterey Jack cheese. Starbucks lists down the main ingredients used to make it as

Cottage cheese
Eggs
Cheese blend
Unsalted butter
Bacon
Rice and corn starch
Hot sauce

These egg bites also contain allergens from eggs and milk and the company advises those allergic to certain foods, to always check on ingredient information for products on the labels just to be sure.

The Starbucks bacon egg bites are rich in protein and are good for people looking after their health as they are low on sugar. The nutritional value for the Starbucks Bacon and Gruyere egg bites is as follows:

Nutritional facts
Calorie count 300 (out of 2000 cal)	Calories from Fat 180
Nutrient content (per daily serving)	% Daily Value
Total Fat (20 g) Saturated Fat (12 g) Trans Fat (0 mg)	26 % 60%
Sodium (680 mg)	30 %
Cholesterol (215 mg)	72 %
Carbohydrates (9 g) Dietary Fiber (0 g) Sugars (2 g)	3 %
Protein (19 g)

How are Starbucks bacon egg bites made?

Starbucks bacon egg bites are made using the sous vide cooking method. This is what makes them stand out. The sous vide method involves cooking them under a vacuum, where they are sealed tightly before putting them in heated water until they are well cooked.

The cooking process for the Starbucks bacon and gruyere egg bites is simple and unique. The company works in partnership with Cuisine Solutions, which are the propellers of this cooking method, and receives the egg bites already cooked and well packed. What happens is the Starbucks bacon egg bites are placed in a vacuum-sealed bag and put in sous vide machine. This machine is useful in controlling the water temperature required to cook the items just right.

The bites are left in the machine for up to 12 minutes at a temperature of 400°F. Thereafter, they are cooked in a skillet for three minutes on each side, ensuring they are flipped to gain the right color. Finally, they are delivered at Starbucks already cooked and all Starbucks has to do, is heat them and serve them to their customers.

What do Starbucks bacon egg bites taste like?

These particular Starbucks egg bites are very forward with their cheese taste, as they have a combination of Gruyere and Monterey Jack cheese. They have a distant egg taste, but the heavy cheese flavor dominates. There is also the bacon which is not crisp as many expect due to the sous vide cooking method. However, it is rightly salted and smoky. Many consumers swear that it is very filling and some fans even suggest that these particular Starbucks egg bites be called cheese egg bites.

FAQ SECTION

How much are Starbucks bacon egg bites?

Two egg bites at Starbucks cost $4.45 and are served as a pair. They are on the breakfast options but appear on the Starbucks menu the whole day. You can enjoy as many as you can, and throughout the week, because they are quite affordable.

Are Starbucks bacon egg bites healthy?

The Starbucks bacon egg bites are high in protein at 19 g per serving. They are considered healthy as they do not have refined sugar and flour, and are good for those looking to cut down on sugar since the sugar content is only 2 g. However, they are not the most healthy egg bites at Starbucks as their primary ingredient is not an egg but cheese. This combined with bacon makes it less healthy and should not be consumed daily.

Are Starbucks bacon egg bites gluten-free?

Yes. All Starbucks egg bites including the bacon ones, are gluten-free and are prepared without wheat. However, there is never a guarantee that there is no cross-contamination during packaging, handling, and transporting. People should thus be careful and read labels just to be sure.