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Healthy Spinach Egg Muffins

Protein-packed egg muffins with spinach, bacon, and cheese. Perfect for meal prep and grab-and-go breakfasts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 large onion diced
  • 6 pieces bacon diced (6-8 pieces)
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves 2-3 cups
  • cooking spray for greasing pan

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • whisk
  • Ladle or measuring cup

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 12-cup muffin pan generously with cooking spray, making sure to coat all corners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy and air is incorporated. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine. Set aside.
  3. Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and bacon. Cook about 10 minutes until bacon is crispy and onion is translucent.
  4. Add spinach to the pan and cook about 3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes to prevent scrambling the eggs.
  5. Add the cooled spinach mixture to the egg mixture in the bowl. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
  6. Ladle egg mixture into prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake 15 minutes or until muffins are firm to the touch and cooked through. They should spring back slightly when gently pressed.
  8. Remove from oven and cool in pan 5 minutes. Use a butter knife to gently loosen the edges of each muffin from the pan. Serve warm.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days or freeze individually wrapped up to 3 months.
Reheating: Microwave refrigerated muffins for 30 seconds or frozen muffins for 1-2 minutes. For oven reheating, warm at 300°F for 10-12 minutes.
Variations: Substitute bacon with sausage, ham, or mushrooms. Try different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Swiss. Add bell peppers, tomatoes, or broccoli for variety.
Make-Ahead Tip: These are perfect for Sunday meal prep. Make a double batch and freeze half for later in the week.
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