Description
Muffin Tin Breakfast Eggs are a quick, portable, and protein-packed baked egg cups recipe perfect for busy mornings. With simple ingredients and endless customization options including veggies, cheese, and meats, these muffins provide a nutritious and flavorful start to your day with easy preparation and cleanup.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Preferred herbs and spices (e.g., dill, chives, parsley), optional
Vegetables
- Spinach, chopped (about 1 cup)
- Bell peppers, diced (1/2 cup)
- Tomatoes, diced (1/2 cup)
Cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, feta, or mozzarella
Optional Proteins
- Bacon, cooked and chopped (1/2 cup)
- Sausage, cooked and chopped (1/2 cup)
- Ham, diced (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop vegetables into small, uniform pieces for even cooking. Cut cooked meats into bite-sized chunks. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk Eggs and Dairy: In a bowl, thoroughly whisk together eggs and milk or cream until combined and slightly frothy. Season with salt, pepper, and any preferred herbs or spices.
- Assemble in the Muffin Tin: Spray each muffin cup with non-stick spray or grease with butter. Evenly distribute chopped vegetables, meats, and cheese into each cup. Pour egg mixture over the fillings, filling cups about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Place muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes until eggs are fully set and edges are slightly golden. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing with a butter knife or spatula. Serve warm or store for later.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables and high-quality eggs for best flavor.
- Don’t overfill muffin cups; fill about 3/4 full to avoid overflow.
- Chop all mix-ins uniformly for even cooking.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly to firm up for easier removal.
- Non-stick spray helps prevent sticking and eases cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg