Cheesy Ham & Pepper Egg Muffins
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 egg bites
These fluffy, cheesy egg muffins are packed with protein, savory ham, colorful peppers, and melted cheddar cheese. They’re perfect for a quick breakfast, meal prep, or a satisfying low-carb snack.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup diced ham
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup diced green bell pepper
- ¼ cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
2. Prepare the egg mixture
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
3. Add the fillings
Divide the diced ham, green bell pepper, onion, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly among the muffin cups.
4. Fill the muffin cups
Pour the egg mixture evenly into each cup, filling each about three-quarters full.
5. Bake
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the egg muffins are set in the center and lightly golden on top.
6. Cool and serve
Let the egg muffins cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan. Serve warm or refrigerate for quick breakfasts throughout the week.
Estimated Nutrition
Per egg muffin, based on 12 servings:
- Calories: 75–90
- Protein: 6–7 g
- Total Carbs: 1–2 g
- Fat: 5–6 g
- Net Carbs: 1–2 g
Nutrition values are estimates and vary depending on the ingredients used.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 30–60 seconds, or until heated through.
Diet-Friendly: Low-carb, keto-friendly, and protein-rich. For an even higher-protein option, add extra egg whites or lean ham. Choose ham without added sugar to keep carbohydrates low.
