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Ham, Cheese and Spinach Egg Muffin Cups (5-Ingredient Only!)

Total time: 30 mins.
Difficulty: Low
Serves: 6 people
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With only five ingredients, these ham and cheese egg cups make a wonderful easy breakfast that is healthy and filling. These egg cups have amazing flavor between the salty ham and cheese, and earthy spinach.

Making these ham and cheese egg cups is easy and doesn’t require much effort; simply mix all of the ingredients together before dividing it between the cups of a muffin pan. Once baked, they will be puffed and set, and perfect individual-sized portions to have with toast and fruit.

What are Ham and Cheese Egg Cups Muffins?

These ham and cheese egg cups are an easy breakfast recipe that includes only five ingredients. High in protein and low in carbs, they are great for people on keto or low-carb diets.

Pro Tips

  • Use a whisk to ensure that the eggs are well mixed.
  • Use thin slices of ham so that they are easy to place in the muffin cups as muffin liners.
  • Don’t overbake the ham and cheese egg cups. You will know they are properly cooked when they are set and puffed up.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to the ham and cheese egg cups such as tomatoes, mushrooms, or chopped bell peppers.
  • If you would like to make the egg cups vegetarian, simply omit the ham slices and line the muffin cups with paper liners instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Add Other Ingredients to Ham and Cheese Egg Cups?

Yes, you definitely could! Chopped mushrooms, bacon, bell peppers, or tomatoes are all excellent options to include in these egg cups.

Can I Make Egg Cups Vegetarian?

Yes, you can! If you would like to make egg cups that are vegetarian, simply omit the ham slices. Alternatively, you could line the cups with tortillas which will get crispy in the oven.

Can Ham and Cheese Egg Cups Be Frozen?

Yes, if you would like to freeze them, you can place them in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Then, when you plan to serve them, you can warm them up in the microwave or oven.

How to Store Ham and Cheese Egg Cups

Leftover ham and cheese egg cups can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Ingredients

eggs
8
Spinach
1 cup
cheese
3/4 cup
Onion
1/4 cup
ham slices
12

How to Make Ham, Cheese  and Spinach Egg Muffin Cups

Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Stir in the onion, spinach, and cheese until combined.

Line 12 muffin cups with slices of ham. Top the cups up with the egg mixture. Bake them in a 350 F (180 C) oven for 20 minutes.

Serve immediately!

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