High-Protein Breakfast Egg Muffins
These egg muffins are a nutritious and satisfying breakfast option packed with protein, perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup low-fat milk
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined in a large bowl.
- Add the chopped spinach, diced red bell pepper, crumbled turkey sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and finely chopped onion. Season with salt and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.
- Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
These muffins are perfect for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite veggies or proteins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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