Description
Hearty breakfast egg muffins with bacon and spinach deliver protein-packed morning magic straight from kitchen to plate. Quick protein bites pack flavor, nutrition, and convenience for busy mornings you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 6 eggs
- 6 bacon slices (cooked, drained of fat, and chopped)
- 1 cup spinach (cooked and drained (about 8 ounces/226 grams fresh spinach))
Cheese:
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
Other Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F and ready a standard 12-cup muffin tin by thoroughly coating with non-stick spray.
- Whisk eggs until completely smooth and uniform in texture, then incorporate milk, salt, and shredded Cheddar cheese, blending thoroughly.
- Gently fold chopped spinach and crumbled pre-cooked bacon into the egg mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully fill each greased muffin cavity approximately three-quarters full with the egg blend, maintaining consistent volume.
- Generously sprinkle Parmesan cheese across the top of each egg-filled cup, creating a delicate cheese crust.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until eggs are set and tops are lightly golden.
- After removing from oven, allow muffins to cool and stabilize for 30 minutes, which helps them easily release from the pan when ready to serve.
Notes
- Prep ahead and store these protein-packed muffins in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making them perfect for busy mornings or meal prep.
- Customize the recipe by swapping spinach with other vegetables like kale, bell peppers, or zucchini to keep breakfast exciting and nutritionally diverse.
- Use turkey bacon or omit bacon entirely for a lighter, vegetarian version that still delivers incredible flavor and texture.
- Ensure eggs are thoroughly beaten and ingredients are evenly distributed to create consistent, fluffy muffins with balanced taste in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 449 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 653 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 222 mg