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Healthy Egg Muffins (3 Ways): Quick, Protein-Packed Breakfast Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 egg muffins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Healthy Egg Muffins are a quick, protein-packed breakfast option made in three delicious variations: Veggie Delight, Ham & Cheese, and Tomato Basil Feta. Perfect for meal prep or a nutritious grab-and-go meal, they combine fluffy eggs with wholesome ingredients baked to perfection in a muffin tin.


Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Olive oil or cooking spray (for greasing muffin tin)

Variation 1: Veggie Delight

  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
  • 2 tbsp chopped red onion

Variation 2: Ham & Cheese

  • 1/4 cup diced cooked ham
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Variation 3: Tomato Basil Feta

  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil


Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Whisk Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Divide Egg Mixture: Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full to allow room for expansion.
  4. Add Mix-ins: Choose your preferred variation and add the corresponding ingredients into each muffin cup. Gently mix with a spoon to distribute the mix-ins without stirring the egg base excessively.
  5. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. The egg muffins should be set in the center and slightly golden on top when done.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly in the tin before removing. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Use dairy or plant-based milk depending on dietary preferences.
  • Feel free to customize mix-ins with other vegetables or meats of choice.
  • Ensure the egg mixture is not overfilled to prevent spillage while baking.
  • Reheat muffins gently in the microwave or oven for best results.
  • These muffins freeze well; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.