Spinach and Feta Egg Cups Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Spinach and Feta Egg Cups, perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack. These protein-packed egg muffins combine fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese, seasoned with garlic and onion powders, baked to perfection in a muffin tin. Easy to make ahead and great for meal prep.
- Author: Hannah
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 egg cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Fillings
- 1 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
For Muffin Tin
- Cooking spray or butter or oil of choice, for greasing
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to ensure it is at the right temperature for baking the egg cups evenly.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Generously oil or spray a muffin tin with cooking spray or grease with butter or oil to prevent the egg cups from sticking during baking.
- Add Fillings: Evenly distribute the chopped fresh spinach and crumbled feta cheese into each muffin cup, creating a flavorful base for the eggs.
- Whisk Eggs: In a measuring cup or bowl with a pour spout, whisk together the 6 large eggs with garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy for airy egg cups.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling each at least 3/4 of the way full to allow room for the eggs to expand as they bake.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and Store: Remove the egg cups from the oven and allow them to cool before removing from the muffin tin. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months for convenient future meals.
Notes
- You can substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or shredded mozzarella for different flavors.
- Use fresh or frozen spinach; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess water before adding.
- Feel free to add other seasonings such as paprika or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- These egg cups can be reheated in the microwave for about 30 seconds for a quick breakfast.
- To freeze, place cooled egg cups in a freezer-safe container or bag and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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