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Baked Breakfast Egg Cups Recipe

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Delicious and convenient Baked Breakfast Egg Cups made with Canadian bacon, eggs, cheese, and fresh vegetables. These protein-packed cups are perfect for a quick breakfast or meal prep, easy to bake in a muffin pan and customizable with your favorite fillings.

Ingredients

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Egg Cups

  • 12 slices of Canadian bacon (or ham cubes)
  • 1 dozen eggs
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (or cheddar cheese)
  • 3/4 cup chopped grape tomatoes (or chopped green pepper)
  • 1 tablespoon chives (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and spray or grease a 12-cup muffin pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Bacon: Arrange one slice of Canadian bacon in each muffin cup, cutting the bacon halfway through if needed to allow it to fit snugly and create a cup shape.
  3. Add Eggs: Crack one egg into each bacon-lined muffin cup. Alternatively, you can scramble the eggs first and pour them evenly into each cup if desired.
  4. Season: Sprinkle each cup with salt and pepper to taste for added flavor.
  5. Add Cheese and Vegetables: Sprinkle grated cheese on top of each egg cup. If using chopped tomatoes or green peppers, add them on top of the cheese. Optionally, add chives if you like.
  6. Bake: Bake the muffin pan in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until the eggs are set and cooked through.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the egg cups to cool slightly before popping them out of the muffin pan. Serve immediately or let them cool completely before freezing for later use.
  8. Reheat: When frozen, warm the egg cups in the microwave for a few seconds until heated through. They reheat quickly and make a convenient breakfast option.

Notes

  • Cut bacon slices halfway through if they don’t fit perfectly in the muffin cups so they form a secure base.
  • You can customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or cheese types.
  • Let egg cups cool completely before freezing to maintain texture and prevent sogginess.
  • Microwave for 20-30 seconds from frozen for a quick breakfast.
  • Use a non-stick spray or grease well to ensure easy removal from the muffin pan.

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