Gluten Free Broccoli Cheddar Frittata Bites
These little egg bites are the kind of thing that disappears fast — golden on the edges, puffed in the center, and packed with tender broccoli and melty cheddar in every bite. A hint of smoked paprika in the egg mixture gives them a subtle warmth that makes them taste way more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Because the whole recipe is built around eggs, whole milk, cheese, and fresh vegetables, there's no need to swap or substitute anything — it's naturally free of gluten without any workarounds. Sautéing the onion, garlic, and broccoli before folding them into the egg mixture means you get real depth of flavor rather than raw, watery vegetables sinking to the bottom. The muffin tin format is genuinely brilliant here: each cup bakes into a neat, self-contained portion that's easy to serve, pack, or reheat. With six servings coming out of one batch, these work just as well for a weekend brunch spread as they do for weekday meal prep. Finish them with a scatter of fresh chives and they look like something you'd order at a café.
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6 servings
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing
- 1 ½ cups broccoli florets, cut into small ½-inch pieces
- ¼ cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the cups of a 12-cup muffin tin generously with olive oil, making sure to coat the sides and rims.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until the florets are bright green and just tender, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes.
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