Description
Delicious and nutritious Breakfast Egg Muffins featuring red bell peppers, scallions, and creamy feta cheese, baked to perfection for a protein-packed morning meal that's easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 cups diced red bell pepper (about 2 medium)
- ½ cup chopped scallions
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
Egg Mixture
- 9 large eggs
- Heaping ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
Other
- Extra-virgin olive oil (for greasing the pan)
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it's ready for baking the egg muffins evenly.
- Prepare muffin tin: Grease a nonstick muffin tin generously with extra-virgin olive oil to prevent sticking. Distribute the diced red bell peppers and chopped scallions evenly among the muffin cups.
- Mix egg batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the 9 large eggs until smooth. Add the grated garlic, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour and baking powder on top, then whisk gently to combine. A few flour clumps are acceptable and won't affect the texture.
- Assemble muffins: Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup, filling approximately a scant ¼ cup per cup. Top each with a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, tangy finish.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 24 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the pan. Serve warm for a nutritious and convenient breakfast option.
Notes
- If you prefer, substitute feta with goat cheese or shredded cheddar for different flavors.
- For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- These muffins can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated in a microwave.
- Add chopped spinach or mushrooms along with the bell peppers and scallions for extra veggies.
- To make these dairy-free, omit the feta or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
