Mexican Egg Cups

Start your day with a burst of bold flavors by whipping up these Mexican Egg Cups—an easy, protein-packed breakfast or snack that's perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd. Each savory bite is layered with spicy chorizo, hearty black beans, and sweet red bell peppers, all topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a garnish of fresh cilantro. The eggs are whisked with a hint of chili powder for a subtle kick, then baked to perfection in a muffin tin, creating a portable, mess-free dish that's as vibrant as it is delicious. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, these low-carb, gluten-free egg cups are a fun and flavorful twist on breakfast classics, ideal for busy mornings or mid-day energy boosts.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 large Eggs
• 1 cup Cooked chorizo sausage
• 0.5 cup Black beans
• 0.5 cup Diced red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Divide the cooked chorizo evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 1/3 of the way.

Step 5

Add an equal amount of black beans and diced red bell pepper into each muffin cup on top of the chorizo.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture equally into the muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 of the way.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the egg mixture in each muffin cup.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg cups are set and the tops are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg cups cool for 5 minutes before gently removing them with a small spatula or knife.

Step 10

Garnish each egg cup with chopped cilantro and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	922.4 grams (922.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1920

Total Fat 142.10g	182%
Saturated Fat 62.10g	311%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1736mg	579%
Sodium 5315mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 28.70g	10%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 5.00g
Protein 125.60g	251%

Vitamin D 328IU	1640%
Calcium 1150mg	88%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1373mg	29%

*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: 67.4%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 6.1%