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Muffin-Tin Eggs

Muffin-Tin Eggs

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Muffin-tin eggs are a versatile, quick, and healthy breakfast or snack option made by baking eggs and other ingredients in a muffin tin. They’re perfect for meal prep, allowing you to make several servings at once. You can customize them with a variety of add-ins like vegetables, cheese, meats, or herbs to suit different tastes and dietary needs.
Once baked, they’re easy to store in the fridge or freezer for grab-and-go convenience, making them a popular choice for busy mornings or as a portable snack. These egg cups are often low-carb, protein-packed, and adaptable to diets like keto, vegetarian, or gluten-free.
They’re as simple as whisking eggs, adding your preferred mix-ins, pouring the mixture into a greased muffin tin, and baking until set.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional fillings:

  • Cooked crumbled bacon or sausage
  • Diced bell peppers onions, mushrooms
  • Shredded cheese
  • Fresh herbs

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or oil.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Distribute the egg mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Add any desired fillings to the egg cups, pressing them down gently to incorporate.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the eggs are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the egg cups to cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before removing. Use a butter knife or small offset spatula to gently loosen and remove each egg cup.

Notes

Storing and Reheating

  • Let the egg cups cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat, place the egg cups on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 30-60 seconds, until heated through.

Variations

  • Use different cheese varieties, such as cheddar, feta, or goat cheese.
  • Add diced ham, chorizo, or turkey sausage.
  • Incorporate sautéed spinach, tomatoes, or other fresh vegetables.
  • Swap the milk for unsweetened almond or oat milk.
  • Top with a dollop of salsa or hot sauce.

Nutrition Information (Per Egg Cup)

  • Calories: 80
  • Protein: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fat: 5g
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