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Basic Egg Muffin Base


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

A quick and customizable breakfast option, these egg muffins are protein-packed, freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk (any kind – even almond milk works)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or oil for muffin tin
  • Mix-in ideas (pick 2-3 per batch):
  • Cooked bacon bits or chopped sausage
  • Diced bell peppers
  • Shredded cheddar or mozzarella
  • Spinach (fresh or frozen & squeezed dry)
  • Cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
  • Leftover roasted veggies
  • Onions (caramelized if you’re fancy)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin—like, really grease it.
  2. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Add your mix-ins to each muffin cup—about 2 tablespoons worth per cup.
  4. Pour egg mixture over, filling each about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until puffy and golden.
  6. Cool for 5 mins before popping them out. (Run a butter knife around the edges if needed.)

Notes

These keep in the fridge for up to 4 days, and you can freeze them too. Just wrap in foil or a freezer bag, and reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: egg muffin, breakfast, meal prep, protein, easy recipe