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High Protein Egg Muffin Cups
Enjoy these nutritious, protein-packed egg muffin cups perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Eggs
- 8 large eggs
- 0.25 cup milk (optional for softer texture)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup diced bell peppers
- 0.5 cup chopped spinach
- 0.5 cup diced mushrooms
- 0.5 cup lean turkey sausage or grilled chicken (optional)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Chop vegetables and cook sausage if raw. Whisk eggs with salt, pepper, and milk.
- Distribute vegetables and protein into muffin cups, then pour egg mixture over each.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until set and golden. Cool for 5 minutes before removing.
Notes
Use silicone liners for easy removal and cleanup.