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Breakfast is widely regarded as the most important meal of the day, setting the tone for the hours ahead. In today’s fast-paced world, the trend of quick and nutritious recipes is gaining traction, allowing individuals to enjoy a wholesome start without sacrificing precious time. The Cheesy Spinach, Bacon & Egg Cups exemplify this concept, marrying delightful flavors and nutrition into a single, bite-sized portion.

Cheesy Spinach Bacon & Egg Cups

Delicious egg cups filled with spinach, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 6.0 large eggs
  • 1.0 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 4.0 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.0 to taste salt
  • 0.0 to taste pepper
  • 0.0 as needed cooking spray or olive oil for greasing

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure it's hot and ready for your delicious egg cups.
  • Prepare the Muffin Tin: Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil. This will help prevent the egg cups from sticking.
  • Cook the Bacon: If you haven't already cooked the bacon, fry it until crispy in a skillet over medium heat. Once cooked, remove from the heat and let it drain on paper towels before crumbling into pieces.
  • Mix the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
  • Add Ingredients: Stir in the chopped spinach, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
  • Fill the Muffin Tin: Pour the egg mixture evenly into each of the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 0.75 full. This allows room for the eggs to rise as they cook.
  • Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 16.5 minutes, or until the egg cups are puffed and set in the center.
  • Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg cups cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edges and pop them out. Serve warm.
  • Optional Garnish: For an extra touch, you can sprinkle more cheese or fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

You can garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs.
Keyword bacon, breakfast, egg, spinach