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Egg & Veggie Muffin Cups - Simple, Meal-Prep Friendly Breakfast

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 10–12 large eggs (use 12 for a fuller, fluffier batch)
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup chopped baby spinach (lightly packed)
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack, or feta crumbles)
  • 2–3 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or basil), chopped
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 small clove finely minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for warmth)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2–4 tablespoons milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy) to keep the eggs tender
  • Olive oil or cooking spray for the pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep the tin: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Make sure to coat the sides well so the eggs release easily.
  2. Chop the vegetables: Dice bell peppers and onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and roughly chop the spinach. Pat the tomatoes dry with a paper towel to reduce extra moisture.
  3. Whisk the eggs: In a large bowl, whisk eggs with milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly frothy. Stir in the herbs.
  4. Add cheese and veggies: Fold the shredded cheese, peppers, onion, spinach, and tomatoes into the egg mixture. If your muffin cups are small, you can divide the veggies among the cups first and then pour the egg mixture over them to control portions.
  5. Fill the muffin cups: Divide the mixture evenly between the 12 cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Give the pan a gentle tap on the counter to release any air bubbles.
  6. Bake: Place in the center of the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, until the tops are set and lightly golden around the edges. A toothpick should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and release: Let the muffin cups cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Run a thin spatula or butter knife around the edges to loosen, then lift out and transfer to a rack.
  8. Serve or store: Enjoy warm, or let cool completely before storing. Add hot sauce, salsa, or a dollop of Greek yogurt if you like.