Ingredients
- 🥚 8 large eggs
- 🍖 1/2 cup diced ham
- 🧀 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 🌶️ 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 🧅 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 🍃 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Whisk Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. Stir in the diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, red onion, and chopped spinach into the beaten eggs.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are set and slightly golden.
- Check Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro Tips:
- Customize Ingredients: Feel free to add or substitute ingredients such as mushrooms, tomatoes, or different types of cheese.
- Make Ahead: These muffins can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Portion Control: These muffins are great for portion control and can be packed for a protein-packed snack on the go.
Notes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Enjoy your delicious and nutritious High-Protein Egg Muffins! They’re perfect for fueling your day with a tasty, high-protein bite!