Description
These Cheddar Bacon Baked Egg Cups are a delicious and convenient breakfast option, loaded with savory turkey bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, fresh bell pepper, onion, and chives. Baked to golden perfection, these egg cups are easy to make ahead and perfect for busy mornings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 9 large eggs (beaten)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cracked black pepper (to taste)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 medium red bell pepper (deseeded and finely diced, about 1 cup)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped, about 2/3 cup)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
Other Ingredients
- 1/3 cup turkey bacon (or regular bacon; cooked and crumbled)
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the egg cups release easily after baking. Alternatively, you can use silicone muffin cups with nonstick spray for even easier removal.
- Make egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the 9 large beaten eggs, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cracked black pepper until just smooth. Avoid overmixing to prevent incorporating too much air, which can affect the texture.
- Assemble muffins: Distribute the finely diced red bell pepper, chopped yellow onion, chopped chives, cooked and crumbled turkey bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly among the smeared muffin cups. Pour the egg mixture over the toppings in each cup, filling them evenly.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the egg cups are lightly browned around the edges, firm to the touch, and fully cooked through. Remove the pan and set it on a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing the egg cups. Serve warm or allow to cool completely on the wire rack before storing.
Notes
- Use silicone muffin cups for easier removal and less sticking, but always grease them with cooking spray.
- Feel free to substitute the turkey bacon with regular bacon if preferred.
- Make ahead tip: These egg cups store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the microwave.
- You can add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to customize the flavor.
