Step 1 – Prepare the Oven & Bacon

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray. Cook the diced bacon until crisp, then transfer it to paper towels to drain excess grease.

Step 2 – Blend the Egg Base

In a food processor or blender, whip the cottage cheese until completely smooth. Add the eggs, Gruyere cheese, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Blend until you have a creamy, lump-free mixture.

Step 3 – Create a Steam Bath

Bring water to a boil and pour it into a casserole dish. Place this dish on the bottom rack of the oven. This creates steam, which helps the egg bites cook gently and stay custardy.

Step 4 – Assemble & Bake

Pour the egg mixture evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top. Add a pinch of extra Gruyere to each cavity, gently pressing it toward the center. Top with crumbled bacon. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and no longer jiggly.

Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan. Serve warm, or let them cool completely before storing in the fridge or freezer for later.