Eggy Cupcakes

These Eggy Cupcakes are the ultimate solution for a quick, protein-packed breakfast or snack that's both delicious and adaptable! Made with fluffy eggs, creamy milk, and a savory blend of diced bell peppers, onions, baby spinach, and melted cheese, these mini frittatas come together in just 30 minutes. Baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin, they're easy to customize with your favorite veggies and ideal for meal prep. Serve them warm from the oven for a comforting start to your day, or refrigerate for a convenient grab-and-go option that stays fresh all week. Perfect for busy mornings, brunch spreads, or even a light dinner, these Eggy Cupcakes combine wholesome ingredients with effortless preparation.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
• 0.5 cup diced bell peppers
• 0.25 cup diced onion
• 0.5 cup baby spinach (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or non-stick spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or non-stick spray.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Divide the diced bell peppers, onions, and chopped spinach evenly among the muffin cups in the tin.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top of each cup.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the eggy cupcakes are firm in the center and lightly golden on top.

Step 8

Remove the tin from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the cups.

Step 9

Serve warm or let them cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	576.7 grams (576.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	850

Total Fat 61.70g	79%
Saturated Fat 24.10g	121%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1182mg	394%
Sodium 2017mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 16.60g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 8.90g
Protein 55.80g	112%

Vitamin D 285IU	1424%
Calcium 693mg	53%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 937mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 7.9%