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Egg Muffin Cups Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Breakfast for Busy Weeknights

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Quick and easy egg muffin cups made with just five ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or rushed mornings. These protein-packed bites are customizable, kid-friendly, and great for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (about 100g), sharp cheddar preferred
  • 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen spinach (about 30g), thawed and excess water squeezed out if frozen
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin generously with butter or cooking spray. Optionally, line with silicone liners.
  2. Crack all 6 eggs into a large mixing bowl. Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is uniform and slightly frothy.
  3. Fold in the shredded cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper gently to combine without deflating the eggs.
  4. Spoon the egg mixture evenly into the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, starting to check at 15 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tops should be set and slightly golden.
  6. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then loosen edges with a butter knife and pop them out. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier muffins. Squeeze excess water from frozen spinach to avoid soggy muffins. Do not overfill muffin cups to prevent bubbling over. Start checking muffins a few minutes early to avoid overbaking. For extra flavor, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika on top before baking. Pre-shredded cheese may affect meltiness; shredding your own cheese is recommended.

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