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Scrambled Egg Muffin Cups

These easy Scrambled Egg Muffin Cups are the perfect make ahead breakfast! Packed with sausage, veggies, and cheese, they're a portable, protein packed start to your day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients
  

  • Non stick cooking spray
  • ½ pound breakfast sausage
  • 12 large eggs
  • ½ cup chopped yellow onion
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12 cup muffin tin.
  • In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbly (6-8 mins). Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in onion, bell pepper, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Stir cooked sausage and cheese into egg mixture.
  • Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  • Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before removing.

Notes

  • Storage: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes (from frozen, 15-20 mins).
  • Customize: Feel free to swap in diced ham, cooked bacon, spinach, mushrooms, or different cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella.