Description
Savory scrambled egg muffin cups bring breakfast magic right to your plate with portable protein-packed delights. Portable and perfect for busy mornings, these mini egg creations deliver delicious nutrition you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
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Main Protein Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked bacon or sausage (optional)
Dairy and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, feta)
Vegetable and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach, tomatoes)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Warm the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a moderate 350°F, ensuring an even temperature throughout the cooking process.
- Prepare the muffin vessel by coating each compartment with a light layer of non-stick spray or inserting delicate paper liners to prevent adhering.
- Create a smooth, well-integrated egg base by vigorously whisking eggs with dairy, seasoning with salt and ground pepper until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
- Enhance flavor profiles by gently sautéing chopped vegetables in a minimal amount of oil, allowing them to soften and release their aromatic essence.
- For meat enthusiasts, transform bacon or sausage into delicate, crispy fragments through thorough cooking and precise crumbling.
- Construct the foundation of each muffin cup by distributing the prepared vegetables and meat fragments evenly across the tin’s compartments.
- Carefully cascade the whisked egg mixture over the scattered ingredients, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese atop each developing muffin cup, creating a golden, tempting surface.
- Transfer the assembled tin into the preheated oven, allowing the eggs to transform and set for 15-18 minutes until they acquire a gentle golden hue.
- Confirm doneness by gently pressing the surface; a resilient, springy texture indicates perfect completion.
- Allow the muffin cups a brief moment of rest, approximately five minutes, before carefully extracting them from the tin.
- Serve immediately for optimal temperature and texture, or store for convenient future consumption.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality eggs for the richest flavor and best texture in your muffin cups.
- Experiment with different vegetable and meat combinations to keep the recipe exciting and match your taste preferences.
- Avoid overfilling the muffin cups to prevent overflow and ensure even cooking throughout.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make the recipe quick and convenient for busy mornings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg