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Easy Cheesy Baked Egg Muffin Cups

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Quick and easy baked egg muffin cups loaded with cheese and optional veggies or meats, perfect for a healthy, portable breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup whole milk or milk of choice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms) – optional
  • ½ cup cooked bacon or ham, chopped – optional
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking spray or oil to grease muffin tin

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly spray each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or brush with oil to prevent sticking.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, ¼ cup milk, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder until uniform and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar and ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Fold in about 1 cup of optional fillings such as diced vegetables or cooked meat evenly without overmixing.
  5. Spoon the egg mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  6. Bake on the center rack for 18–22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes. Eggs should be set but still moist on top.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes in the tin to firm up.
  8. Use a butter knife or small offset spatula to loosen edges and pop out the muffin cups. Serve warm or cool before storing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier muffins. Grease muffin tin well to prevent sticking. For dairy-free, substitute cheese and milk with alternatives. Avoid watery fillings or sauté them first. Cover loosely with foil in last 5 minutes for softer texture. Broil 1-2 minutes for extra golden tops if desired.

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