Scrambled Egg Cups Bacon (Printable View)

Fluffy baked egg cups with crispy bacon garnish, ideal for quick, crowd-pleasing sides.

# What You Need:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 6 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Meats

06 - 6 strips bacon

→ Vegetables & Herbs

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)

→ Other

08 - Nonstick cooking spray

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Place bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat and cook until just starting to crisp yet still pliable, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, shredded cheddar, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Stir in chopped chives if desired.
04 - Pour egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
05 - Twist each bacon strip into a loose spiral and arrange atop each filled muffin cup.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until eggs are set and lightly golden on top.
07 - Allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before carefully removing egg cups from the tin. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy preparation with just 6 ingredients
  • Delicious combination of eggs and crispy bacon
02 -
  • Substitute cheddar with Swiss, feta, or your favorite cheese
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or replace with vegetarian bacon strips
03 -
  • Use fresh eggs for best texture and flavor
  • Adding chopped vegetables can boost nutrition and taste
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