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Make-Ahead Egg Muffins


  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 egg muffins

Description

Start your day with a protein-packed, flavor-loaded breakfast that’s as convenient as it is delicious. These Make-Ahead Egg Muffins are the ultimate quick breakfast, ideal for meal prepping, low-carb diets, and anyone needing healthy snack or easy breakfast ideas. They’re fluffy, satisfying, and endlessly customizable with your favorite vegetables, cheeses, and proteins. Whether you’re feeding kids before school or grabbing a bite before work, these muffins are a game-changer. Say goodbye to boring mornings and hello to simple, savory, make-ahead goodness.


Ingredients

  • 10 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite)
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon or sausage (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or use silicone liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
  3. Stir in cheese, bell pepper, spinach, green onions, and cooked meat if using.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes until muffins are set and tops are golden.
  6. Let cool in the tin for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Serve immediately or cool completely for storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes