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Breakfast Egg Muffins

Cultural Context

Breakfast egg muffins are a popular American dish, often enjoyed as a quick and nutritious breakfast option. They can be customized with various ingredients, making them a favorite for meal prep and busy mornings. These muffins are not only convenient but also allow for creativity in flavor combinations, appealing to a wide range of tastes.

AmericanUSbreakfast
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
12 large eggs
2 tbsp finely chopped onion (red, white, or yellow)
1 pinch salt (to taste)
1 pinch pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
8 grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes, halved)
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup cooked bacon (chopped)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup brown mushrooms (sliced)
1/4 cup red bell pepper (diced)
1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1/3 teaspoon minced garlic)

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon reduces fat while still providing a savory flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can reduce richness.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories, while mozzarella is more affordable.

1

Preheat oven to 350°F | 180°C. Lightly spray a 12-cup capacity muffin tin with nonstick oil spray.

2

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and onion. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

3

Add egg mixture halfway up into each tin of a greased muffin tin.

4

Divide the three topping combinations into 4 muffin cups each.

5

Bake for 15-20 minutes, until set.

6

Let cool slightly, then serve OR store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat when ready to serve.

7

Enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingbaking

Equipment Needed

12-cup capacity muffin tin

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carb

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Egg MuffinsSavory Egg Bites

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