Simple, yet delicious, these Bacon Egg Muffin Cups are like breakfast all in one bite. The best part is that you can flavor them differently each time.
Want spicy ones? Drizzle some Sriracha on top of the shredded cheese.
Want Italian? Use Italian herbs on top and even sprinkle some over the cheese before cracking the egg.
As you can see, the possibilities are endless!
Seriously, is there anything cuter, more delicious or fun for a quick breakfast? Bacon Egg Muffin Cups cover all the breakfast foods.
This recipe has quickly climbed the ranks both by my family and by my readers as a favorite recipe.
How can it not be though, I mean come on, cute little Bacon Egg Muffin Bites are a complete breakfast all in one.
And they taste amazing!
Why You’ll Love these Bacon Egg Muffin Cups
- Fast and easy. From beginning to end, twenty minutes. Perfect for busy mornings or fun sleepover parties!
- Only four ingredients to make them as is.
- These can be made with different flavors and ingredients, to truly make them your own.
- Not just perfect for breakfast or brunch, but these can be great appetizers too.
I love the little bacon cups, with the toast bottoms and the eggs are made better with the cheese and a little herbs and seasoning.
Seriously this is one of our favorite breakfast items ever. We make them all the time now.
Who wants to make Bacon Egg Muffin Cups?
The process is actually really simple.
Fill the bottom with a cut piece of bread. Smash it down in there and make it kind of fit to the muffin pan.
Top with sprinkled cheese.
Take your semi-cooked and slightly cooled bacon and literally create a cup with it.
Tap it down so it touches the bread.
The cheese will help hold everything together as it melts eventually.
Next you’re just going to crack an egg on top, and then top with herbs, spices and whatever else you’d like.
I did not take a photo of this step because nobody wants to look at a raw egg.
The recipe is down below so you can make your own.
They are a HUGE hit at slumber parties!
Bacon Egg Muffin Cup Additions
If you want to add more to your muffin cups, try some of these suggestions:
- grilled onions
- chopped bell peppers
- salsa
- sriracha sauce
- chopped jalapenos
- different cheeses
- fresh herbs and/or spices
Bacon Egg Muffin Cup Flavor Ideas & Swaps
Eggs Benedict – Instead of wrapping these in bacon, use slices of Canadian bacon and then serve with hollandaise sauce spooned over the top.
Breakfast Sandwich – Instead of using a whole egg on the top, scramble up some eggs and spoon into the tops. Top with small cooked sausage patty
Spicy – Depending on how much heat you want, you can add as little or as much as you want. Try with sriracha, a layer of chopped jalapenos or chipotle.
Swap your bread – For something different, swap out the bread on the bottom for a waffle cut to fit, or pancake. Biscuits work well too.
How to Make theseBacon Egg Muffin Cups Your Own
As you can see, we sprinkled some seasoning on the top of the Bacon Egg Muffin Cupsfor some extra flavor, but you can do whatever you want.
You could also add it to the shredded cheese layer if you want.
We also sprinkled a tiny bit of garlic powder on top of the bread before we sprinkled the cheese (like garlic bread) for added flavor.
The ideas are limitless.
Curious: Have you ever used a muffin pan to make something other than muffins? Tell me about it in the comments below.
I also made Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Cups in a muffin pan also… And we have these incredible Bacon, Egg and Sausage Breakfast Cups too.
I am highly addicted to things that can be made in a muffin tin, obviously.
These Breakfast Egg Bites from my friend Ellen over at Family Around the Table are incredibly awesome too!
Recipe for Bacon Egg Muffin Cups
Bacon Egg Muffin Cups
Nicole Cook
Easy, delicious and perfect for any breakfast! Bacon and Egg Muffins Cups are a sure family favorite!
4.72 from 52 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Breakfast Cups
Calories 207 kcal
Ingredients
- 6 slices bread
- 12 medium eggs
- 12 slices bacon
- ½ cups shredded cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Heat a skillet on medium-high heat, cook the bacon and only allow it to cook for about 4-5 minutes. You are looking for flexible but not raw. While the bacon is cooking, cut two circles out of each slice of bread. I used a circle cookie cutter to make it easier.
Now take that extra bread and either save it for [french toast casserole|https://www.dailydishrecipes.com/overnight-french-toast-casserole-recipe/] or go tear it apart and feed it to the birds {what we did}.
Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Next, lay a circle of bread into the bottom of each muffin cup. Wrap the bacon around the edge of each muffin cup. (I did this part backwards – we did the cheese before the bacon – it made absolutely no difference) Sprinkle cheese on top of the bread slices.
Now carefully, crack an egg into each cup. Megan suggested cracking the egg carefully into a bowl first and then sliding it into the muffin cup. I just did it right into the pan.
Bake them for 10-15 minutes or until the whites have set and the yolk is cooked to your liking (less for a runny yolk, more for a cooked yolk)
Serve with pancakes and fresh fruit – well, we did. And by the way, you cannot eat just one. I don’t care what anyone says, you can’t. It’s impossible.
Nutrition
Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 11gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 182mgSodium: 304mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 278IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg
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Nicole Cook
Nicole Cook is a professional food writer, a chef and baker as well as the main voice behind Daily Dish Recipes. Her family friendly and kitchen tested recipes are designed to help the home cook prepare delicious meals for their family and friends. Nicole has been featured on Today, HuffPost, Taste of Home, Buzz Feed and More. She writes and photographs alongside her daughter Brielle, the other voice of Daily Dish Recipes.
