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Breakfast Egg Muffins

Delicious Breakfast Egg Muffins for a Quick Morning Boost

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These Breakfast Egg Muffins are a protein-packed, versatile, and easy meal prep option that will keep you fueled throughout the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil Use to grease muffin tin.
  • 1 cup Diced red bell pepper Can substitute with other veggies.
  • 1 cup Chopped scallions Green onions or chives are good substitutes.
  • 9 large Eggs Essential for protein and binding.
  • 1 clove Grated garlic Skip if a milder flavor is preferred.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt Heaping, to enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper Add more for a spicier kick.
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 0.75 teaspoon Baking powder For a fluffy texture.
  • 0.33 cup Crumbled feta cheese Can use goat cheese or cheddar.
Optional Add-Ins
  • Cooked meats (ham or sausage) For a heartier muffin.
  • Different cheeses Experiment with Gruyère or cheddar.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Basting brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the muffin tin with extra-virgin olive oil.
  2. Evenly divide the diced red bell pepper and chopped scallions among the greased muffin cups.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour and baking powder over the egg mixture and fold gently.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling about three-quarters full.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of each filled muffin cup.
  7. Bake for 22 to 24 minutes until puffed and set in the center.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before gently removing the muffins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various veggies and cheeses to suit your taste. Store them in an airtight container for fresh breakfast options throughout the week.

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