Ham and Cheese Strata Muffins

Transform your breakfast routine with these savory Ham and Cheese Strata Muffins—perfectly portioned, protein-packed, and irresistibly flavorful. Featuring a medley of day-old bread cubes, diced ham, and gooey cheddar cheese soaked in a velvety custard of eggs, milk, and Dijon mustard, these muffins offer the comforting essence of a classic strata in an easy grab-and-go form. Seasoned with onion powder, salt, and a hint of black pepper, they’re baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for busy mornings or meal prep. Serve warm for a hearty start to your day, or refrigerate and reheat for quick weekday breakfasts. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as a convenient make-ahead option, these ham and cheese strata muffins are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups Day-old bread
• 1 cup Diced ham
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 6 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into small, bite-sized cubes (approximately 1/2-inch pieces).

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the bread cubes, diced ham, and shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. Gently fold everything together, ensuring the bread absorbs the liquid evenly.

Step 5

Allow the mixture to rest for 5-10 minutes to let the bread soak up the custard.

Step 6

Using a ladle or large spoon, evenly distribute the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, packing them down gently if needed to fill each cup completely.

Step 7

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the muffins are set in the center.

Step 8

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the strata muffins to cool for 5 minutes before carefully running a knife around the edges and lifting them out.

Step 9

Serve the Ham and Cheese Strata Muffins warm or at room temperature. They can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1840.7 grams (1840.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3975

Total Fat 124.50g	160%
Saturated Fat 52.70g	264%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1382mg	461%
Sodium 9707mg	422%
Total Carbohydrate 510.90g	186%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 63.10g
Protein 188.80g	378%

Vitamin D 356IU	1778%
Calcium 2739mg	211%
Iron 43mg	237%
Potassium 2417mg	51%

*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: 28.6%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 52.1%