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Freshly baked spinach and cheese egg muffins on a tray for a high protein breakfast meal prep

High-Protein Egg Muffins with Spinach & Cheese


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

These high-protein egg muffins with spinach and cheese are a quick, make-ahead breakfast option that keeps you full and energized. They’re easy to customize and perfect for busy mornings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, feta, or mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup diced onion or bell pepper (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • cooking spray or olive oil for greasing

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-count muffin tin.

    2. Whisk eggs and milk until smooth; season with salt and pepper.

    3. Fold in spinach, cheese, onion or bell pepper, and garlic if using.

    4. Pour mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

    5. Bake for 18–22 minutes until muffins are set and lightly golden.

    6. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin; serve warm or store.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: breakfast
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 muffin
    • Calories: 120
    • Sugar: 1
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 7
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 3
    • Fiber: 0.5
    • Protein: 10
    • Cholesterol: 185

    Keywords: high protein breakfast, egg muffins, meal prep, spinach cheese muffins, healthy breakfast, grab and go, protein muffins, make ahead breakfast