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Mornings are hard. Breakfast shouldn’t be. These cheesy egg muffins are the answer: grab, reheat, and go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They’re fluffy, cheesy, and packed with whatever add-ins you have lurking in the fridge. Make a batch on Sunday. Thank yourself all week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Makes 12 muffins.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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8 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd cup milk (any kind works)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Optional add-ins (pick 1-2): – \u00bd cup cooked bacon or sausage, crumbled – \u00bc cup diced bell peppers – \u00bc cup chopped spinach – \u00bc cup diced onion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Prep the Pan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously with nonstick spray or butter (don’t skimp or they’ll stick).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Whisk the Eggs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until frothy and well combined.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Add Cheese and Mix-ins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Stir in shredded cheese and your chosen add-ins.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Fill and Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Pour egg mixture evenly into muffin cups (about \u00be full).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Bake for 18-20 minutes until puffed and golden on top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Cool and Pop Out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges and pop them out. They will deflate slightly\u2014that’s normal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Freezer (Best for Meal Prep):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cool completely. Freeze in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag. Store for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen for 45-60 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pro Tip:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Reheat in an air fryer at 300\u00b0F for 3-4 minutes for slightly crispy edges instead of soft ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Protein-packed, portion-controlled, and totally customizable. These little egg cups are your meal prep superhero. Make once, eat all week.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1824,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,7],"tags":[1408,1409,1406,1407,1410,1411,1412],"class_list":["post-1783","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baking","category-quick_meals","tag-baked-egg-muffins","tag-breakfast-meal-prep","tag-cheesy-egg-muffins","tag-egg-cups","tag-freezer-friendly-breakfast","tag-keto-breakfast","tag-low-carb-breakfast"],"yoast_head":"\n
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