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Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon Egg Cups

By recipes genie | Published on December 29, 2024

Tools & Equipment

1
Oven
2
6-cup muffin tin
3
Knife
4
Cutting board
5
Measuring cups
6
Measuring spoons
7
Spatula or spoon
8
Oven mitts

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1
    6 large eggs
  • 2
    6 slices of bacon

Dairy

  • 1
    0.25 cup cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasoning

  • 1
    0.25 tsp teaspoon salt
  • 2
    0.125 tsp teaspoon black pepper

Optional

  • 1
    0.125 cup cup chopped chives

Directions

1

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures the egg cups cook evenly. Make sure your oven rack is positioned in the center.

2

Prepare Bacon

Cut bacon strips into halves. This makes them easier to fit into muffin tins. You should have 12 bacon pieces. You can also use pre-cooked bacon bits if you prefer.

3

Grease Muffin Tin

Lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or a dab of oil. This prevents sticking and makes it easier to remove the egg cups later.

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4

Line Muffin Cups with Bacon

Carefully press a piece of bacon into each muffin cup to form a lining, slightly overlapping if needed. The bacon should cover the bottom and sides, creating a 'cup'.

5

Add Eggs to Cups

Crack one egg into each bacon-lined muffin cup. Be careful not to break the yolks. If a yolk breaks, don't worry, it will still taste great!

6

Season Egg Cups

Sprinkle each egg cup with a pinch of salt and pepper. If you like, you can also add a sprinkle of shredded cheese and chopped chives at this point.

7

Bake Egg Cups

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking. The baking time can vary slightly depending on your oven and how you like your yolks.

8

Cool and Remove

Carefully remove the muffin tin from the oven using oven mitts. The tin will be very hot! Let the egg cups cool in the tin for a few minutes before gently removing them with a spoon or spatula. They will firm up as they cool.

Recipe Tips

  • Use fresh eggs for best results.
  • For a crispier bacon, par-cook the bacon in a skillet for a few minutes before putting it in the muffin tins.
  • Add your favorite vegetables like spinach or diced bell peppers for extra nutrients.
  • Store leftover egg cups in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
  • If you don't have a muffin tin, you can use ramekins but cooking time might need to be adjusted.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories

150 kcal

Carbs

1g

Protein

10g

Fat

11g

Fiber

0g

Sugar

0g

Sat. Fat

4g

Sodium

300mg

Trans Fat

0.1g

Cholesterol

210mg

Potassium

100mg

Vitamin A

150%

Vitamin C

0%

Calcium

30%

Iron

1%

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