Egg Muffins Two Ways (Perfect for Breakfast or Snack)

Name: Egg Muffins, Two Ways
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: Avocado oil spray; 6 large eggs; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 6 tablespoons parmesan (grated); 1/4 cup scallions (chopped, green part); 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

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These egg muffins are perfect for breakfast! They are delicious and portable, and you can change them with different cheeses and veggies.

Egg muffins are served on a white plate.

These egg muffins make a quick and easy breakfast or snack. They keep well in the fridge, so you can make a big batch and enjoy it for several days. I make a batch every few days, refrigerate it, and briefly reheat the muffins in the microwave. Although I enjoy baked goods like keto blueberry muffins or keto French toast, I have always felt that a savory egg-based breakfast is more satiating.

Ingredients

See the recipe card for exact measurements. Here are my comments on some of the ingredients.

Eggs: I use large eggs in most of my recipes, including this one.
Grated Parmesan: It's best to use finely grated Parmesan rather than coarsely shredded.
Chopped scallions: I use only the green part.
Cherry tomatoes: Select small, firm tomatoes and slice them in half.

Cheddar Jalapeno Variation

You can experiment with different seasonings and cheeses. I've made these muffins with crumbled feta, dried oregano, and black olives. I also made them with crumbled goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Another tasty addition is ¼ cup of cooked and crumbled bacon.

But my favorite variation is the one shown below, where I use shredded cheddar and sliced jalapenos. The exact measurements I use for this version are included in the recipe card's notes section.

Egg muffins variation with cheddar and jalapenos.

Instructions

Just like salami egg cups, a big advantage of this breakfast recipe is that it's so easy to make. The detailed instructions and step-by-step photos are included in the recipe card. Here's a quick overview.

Mix the eggs and spices in a measuring cup. Use a rubber spatula to mix in the cheese and scallions.

Adding parmesan and scallions to the egg mixture.

Pour the mixture into six greased silicone muffin cups. Divide the tomatoes evenly among the cups, placing them on top of the muffins.

Bake the muffins until they are set and puffed, about 20-25 minutes at 375°F. Serve immediately.

The egg muffins emerge puffy from the oven.

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Recipe Tips

It's best to bake these muffins in a lightly greased silicone muffin pan. That's the only type of pan they reliably won't stick to. Another safe option is to use small ceramic ramekins and grease them well.
As shown in the short video clip below, the muffins emerge from the oven puffed and then slowly deflate. That's normal and expected.

Recipe FAQs

Should I add salt?

I don't add salt because the Parmesan adds plenty. However, you can add a small amount of salt if you prefer (the nutritional information will obviously change).

Why do you mix the eggs in a measuring cup?

The spout makes the mixture easier to pour into muffin cups.

I don't like tomatoes. Can I skip them?

Yes. They add pretty color to the muffins, but it's fine to skip them. If you like sun-dried tomatoes, you can use them instead.

How long can I keep the leftovers?

You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them gently in the microwave at 50% power or enjoy them cold. You can also freeze the cooled muffins in a single layer in freezer bags for up to three months.
The image below shows the cheddar-jalapeno version leftovers stored in a glass food storage container with leftover bacon.

Serving Suggestions

When I eat them as a snack, I simply grab one or two muffins and eat them, often straight out of the fridge.

When I serve them for breakfast, I like to add a small bowl of fresh berries. They also pair well with oven bacon, and, conveniently, both can be baked in a 375°F oven. But to make things extra-easy, I often serve them with this quick microwave bacon.

The photo below shows a recent breakfast plate of two of the cheddar-jalapeno muffins, microwave bacon, and fresh berries.

Egg muffins are served with microwave bacon and fresh berries.

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Egg Muffins, Two Ways

These egg muffins are perfect for breakfast or snack. Change them up with different cheeses, vegetables, and seasonings.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings: muffins

Calories: 94kcal

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line six muffin pan cavities with silicone cups and spray them with oil.
In a large spouted measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Using a rubber spatula, mix in the parmesan and scallions.
Fill the prepared muffin cups almost to the edge. The egg mixture is liquid, so I like to use a measuring cup with a spout when pouring.
Top the muffins with the sliced tomatoes, dividing them evenly.
Place the muffin pan on a large baking sheet to catch any spills. Bake until the muffins are set, puffed, and lightly browned, and a toothpick inserted in their center comes out clean, about 20-25 minutes.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a couple of minutes until they are easier to handle, then release them from the silicone cups. Enjoy them immediately, or place them on a cooling rack for 10-15 more minutes before refrigerating them in an airtight container.

Notes

Cheddar-Jalapeno Variation

6 large eggs
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
1 jalapeño, seeded and sliced (use gloves when handling jalapeños)

Whisk the eggs and spices in a measuring cup. Mix in the cheese with a rubber spatula. Transfer to the greased muffin cups. Place two jalapeño slices on top of each muffin. Bake in a preheated 400°F oven until cooked through, for about 20 minutes.

Helpful Tips

It's best to bake these muffins in a lightly greased silicone muffin pan. That's the only type of pan they reliably won't stick to. Another safe option is to use small ceramic ramekins and grease them well.
I don't add salt to the tomato-scallion version because the Parmesan adds plenty. However, you can add a small amount of salt if you prefer (the nutritional information will obviously change).
The muffins puff up in the oven, then deflate when you take them out. This is normal and expected.
This recipe scales easily. You can double it to make 12 muffins. Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them gently in the microwave at 50% power or enjoy them cold.

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Egg Muffins

Ingredients

Cheddar Jalapeno Variation

Instructions

Recipe Tips

Recipe FAQs

Serving Suggestions

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