Description
Packed with protein and flavor, these make-ahead egg muffins deliver a morning breakfast solution that’s quick and nutritious. Meal preppers and busy professionals will love this simple, customizable recipe that keeps breakfast exciting and hassle-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 8 large eggs
Dairy:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing with cooking spray or butter, then preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Create a smooth egg base by whisking eggs with milk, seasoning thoroughly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until ingredients are fully integrated.
- Chop vegetables, shred cheese, and pre-cook any meat selections to ensure proper texture and food safety.
- Carefully distribute selected fillings across muffin cups, creating an even layer of ingredients.
- Gently pour whisked egg mixture over fillings, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full to prevent overflow during baking.
- Place muffin tin in preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, monitoring until eggs are completely set and tops display a delicate golden hue.
- Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes, which helps them firm up and prevents breaking during removal.
- Extract muffins using a knife or thin spatula, separating edges carefully to maintain structural integrity.
- Enjoy immediately while warm, or store in refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, and freeze for extended preservation of leftovers.
Notes
- Customize fillings by using low-sodium ham, turkey bacon, or plant-based proteins for healthier alternatives that maintain delicious flavor profiles.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline morning cooking, chopping vegetables and measuring spices the night before saves valuable minutes during busy mornings.
- Freeze individual muffins in airtight containers for up to 3 weeks, reheating directly from frozen by microwaving 30-45 seconds for quick, protein-packed breakfast solutions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 87
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg