Description
Savory breakfast egg muffins pack protein-rich power into compact morning bites perfect for busy professionals. Portable egg cups loaded with cheese, vegetables, and herbs deliver delicious nutrition you can enjoy anywhere without compromising taste or health.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- Cooking spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
Mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cooked chopped spinach, excess water removed
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) crumbled cooked bacon
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish:
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F and prepare a 6-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or paper liners.
- Whisk eggs in a spacious mixing bowl until completely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Gently fold spinach, crispy bacon pieces, and shredded cheese into the whisked eggs, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling them approximately three-quarters full.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until eggs are fully set and slightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before extracting muffins from the tin.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh diced tomatoes and chopped parsley for added color and flavor.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for later consumption. Muffins can be reheated in microwave for 20-30 seconds when ready to serve.
Notes
- Customize mix-ins to match dietary preferences like vegetarian, keto, or low-carb by swapping ingredients strategically.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store in separate containers to create quick grab-and-go breakfast options during busy mornings.
- Use silicone muffin cups for easier removal and minimal cleanup, preventing eggs from sticking and breaking apart.
- Try different cheese types like feta, cheddar, or goat cheese to enhance flavor profiles and add variety to the basic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg