These Breakfast Egg Muffins come together quickly and are a great make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. They are hearty and loaded with fluffy eggs, potato, spinach, melted cheese and crisp bites of bacon.

Breakfast egg muffins served on a white platter

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Egg Muffins Recipe:

Eggs are a breakfast favorite in our house – they are protein-packed and a great way to start your day. These are a fun twist on your regular scrambled eggs.

A Make-Ahead Breakfast!

These egg muffins are wonderful fresh out of the oven but they can also be made ahead and refrigerated up to 5 days or frozen (see freezing and reheating instructions below). We love a good make-ahead breakfast to jump-start our day. Some of our favorites make-ahead breakfasts are breakfast burritos, these Egg, Ham and Cheese Crepes or French Toast Casserole.

Up close egg muffin garnished with chives and bacon

Fun Add-Ins To Try:

Once you have a good base, you can make all kinds of egg muffins based on what you have on hand. These also work really well with:

  • sliced cherry tomatoes
  • cooked sausage
  • sautéed mushrooms,
  • diced ham,
  • asparagus,
  • black olives,… the possibilities are endless!

How to Freeze & Re-heat Egg Muffins:

Cool egg muffins completely then cover and refrigerate up to 5 days or place muffins in a freezer bag and freeze up to 3 months.

To reheat: microwave frozen muffins uncovered for 80-90 seconds, or until hot. Microwave refrigerated muffins for 20-25 seconds.

Breakfast egg muffins with potato, spinach, eggs, cheese and crisp bacon in muffin tin

How to Keep Egg Muffins from Sticking:

  • Ue a non-stick 12-count non-stick muffin tin (Amazon affiliate link)
  • Silicone muffin liners are best because they release the egg muffins easily, clean up quickly and you don’t need to grease them.
  • Avoid paper liners as they are difficult to remove from baked muffins.
  • If silicone liners are not available, generously spray muffin tin with cooking spray.

Breakfast casserole muffins come together quickly. Loaded with potato, spinach, eggs, cheese and crisp bacon. Freezer friendly make-ahead breakfast muffins! | natashaskitchen.com

Watch How to Make Breakfast Muffins:

There really is nothing to it! These are family-friendly and picky-eater approved. I hope they make your mornings a little more exciting!

Breakfast Egg Muffins

4.96 from 285 votes
Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
These Breakfast Egg Muffins come together quickly and are a great make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. They are hearty and loaded with fluffy eggs, potato, spinach, melted cheese and crisp bites of bacon.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 12 Egg Muffins
  • 6 oz bacon, cut into 1/2" pieces
  • 1 small onion, 1/2 cup finely chopped
  • 1 large or 2 small russet potatoes, peeled
  • 4 oz fresh baby spinach, 2 cups lightly packed, coarsely chopped
  • 6 oz mild cheddar cheese, (1 1/2 cup shredded), divided
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup half and half, or equal parts whipping cream and milk
  • 2 tsp Tabasco sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven to 375˚F. Oil a 12-count non-stick muffin tin, or preferably line with silicone muffin liners.
  • Place a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and sauté 6 oz bacon until browned (6-8 min). Transfer to a plate. Discard excess oil keeping 2-3 Tbsp in the pan. In the same pan, sauté finely chopped onion until softened (2 min).
  • Meanwhile grate potato on the large holes of a box grater. Use your  hands to squeeze out as much water as you can from potatoes then pat dry with paper towels. Once onions are softened, add grated potato to the skillet with onions. Sauté stirring a few times until potatoes are golden and nearly cooked through (7 mins). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 8 eggs, 1/2 cup half and half and 2 tsp Tabasco sauce. Stir in sautéed potatoes, chopped spinach and 1 cup cheese.
  • Distribute mixture evenly among a 12 count muffin tin. Sprinkle tops with bacon then top with remaining cheese. Bake at 375˚F for 22-23 min or until puffed and lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out fairly clean. Cool a few minutes in the pan then serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

148kcal Calories5g Carbs11g Protein9g Fat4g Saturated Fat127mg Cholesterol446mg Sodium207mg Potassium1220IU Vitamin A5mg Vitamin C143mg Calcium1mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Breakfast Egg Muffins
Amount per Serving
Calories
148
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
127
mg
42
%
Sodium
 
446
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
207
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
5
g
2
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
 
1220
IU
24
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
143
mg
14
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast egg muffins, egg muffins
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 148

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  • Sal Cannizzo
    August 24, 2019

    outstanding as usual with those egg mc muffins. We live by your recipe’s

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 24, 2019

      That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review Sal!

      Reply

  • Dogluvrtoo
    August 10, 2019

    These were very good, but they did stick to the non-stick muffin pans and I even sprayed them with Pam. I could have reduced the cooking time to 20 minutes. Next time I may add green chilies. This recipe inspired me to order a silicon muffin pan with reinforced sides so there’s no worry about spilling. I will definitely make again with my new pan.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 12, 2019

      Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

      Reply

  • Perry
    July 27, 2019

    Very perfect measuring makes perfect 12 muffins- tasty n filling morning option !!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 27, 2019

      I’m so glad you enjoyed that Perry!

      Reply

  • Shirley
    July 10, 2019

    planning on freeezing for a camping 3day trip. Can i reheat on a grill? or what do you suggest.

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    • Natasha
      July 10, 2019

      Hi Shirley, You could reheat on a grill. I would let the muffins thaw first and then wrap them in foil and place on the grill so they don’t dry out. Heat just until warmed through.

      Reply

  • Mary Ellen
    June 25, 2019

    If using frozen potatoes, how much would I need?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 25, 2019

      yes frozen would work well in this recipe and should be the same amount! I hope you enjoy that!

      Reply

  • Mary Austen
    June 13, 2019

    Natasha I have a question about this recipe, do you really use two teaspoons of Tabasco in it?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 13, 2019

      Hi Mary! We sure do, we LOVE Tobasco around here.

      Reply

  • Nancy
    May 2, 2019

    Can u make these in a mini muffin pan, reducing baking time?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      May 2, 2019

      Hi Nancy, I haven’t tested that but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe!

      Reply

    • Christine
      August 23, 2019

      Nancy I make these often using a mini muffin pan .. 24 .. awesome

      Reply

      • Natashas Kitchen
        August 23, 2019

        That’s so great Christine! Thank you for sharing that.

        Reply

      • Allison Brock
        September 26, 2019

        How long do you cook in a mini muffin pan?

        Reply

  • Lynn Sterling
    April 28, 2019

    I’m going to try these to take to a women’s retreat, but I have to make them vegetarian. I wish I could use the bacon because I have a sense that is one of the ingredients that make them so good. Has anyone tried them without the bacon or other meat? How long should they be heated in the oven if they have been refrigerated for a couple of days? Thank you.

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    • Natasha
      April 29, 2019

      Hi Lynn, they would still work without bacon. Maybe add a little more cheese to compensate for salty bite of bacon. For reheating, I would say 350˚F for 5-10 minutes or just until heated through.

      Reply

  • Chris
    April 24, 2019

    Hi Natasha, first of all, I love your recipes and cannot wait to try this one! I plan to make these the day before and refrigerate them for the next morning. What are your suggestions if I want to reheat them in the oven as opposed to the microwave? Should they be reheated covered or uncovered? Can I store and reheat them in the same muffin tin? Thanks!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      April 25, 2019

      Hi Chris, these can be reheated from the refrigerator on high heat about 30 seconds or from the freezer about 1 minute, or until heated through.

      Reply

      • Lynn Sterling
        April 28, 2019

        I had the same questions as Chris. We want to know if they can be reheated in the oven. Then if they can should they be reheated – covered or uncovered. Lastly, can they be stored and reheated in the same pan?

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        • Natasha
          April 29, 2019

          Hi Lynn, when reheating in the oven, it would be a good idea to cover since it will take longer for them to heat through. In the microwave, I would heat uncovered.

          Reply

  • Jules
    March 30, 2019

    These are so good! Did you know that doing egg muffins like this travel well too? They’re good for more than just a quick grab at home. Due to a gluten allergy I often make a batch to pop in the ice chest when we hit the road. The hotel chain we always stay at has free breakfast, so while the family enjoys their assorted hot breakfast offerings I can enjoy mine & know that at least at breakfast I’m not going to risk a cross contamination. Another plus is that thanks to a fridge & microwave being standard in our hotels I can enjoy my breakfast in the room without having to get up early enough to be ready to go downstairs to eat. lol

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      March 30, 2019

      These are so perfect for travel! Thank you for sharing that with me, that’s an awesome travel suggestion!

      Reply

  • Nancy Gibson
    March 16, 2019

    Substitute chopped cooked cauliflower for potatoes to make it Keto friendly!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      March 16, 2019

      Thank you for sharing that with us!

      Reply

  • Carol
    February 19, 2019

    Can you substitute a frozen potatoe (like hash browns?) instead of grating your own potatoe?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 19, 2019

      Hi Carol, yes frozen would work well in this recipe! I hope you enjoy that!

      Reply

    • Angi
      February 25, 2019

      I did and they turned out just fine

      Reply

      • Shari Brown
        August 26, 2019

        Angi did you fry up the frozen potatoes first or just put them in frozen and let them cook in the muffin?

        Reply

  • Megan
    February 12, 2019

    I love how the bacon is still crispy in these.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 12, 2019

      Isn’t that the best! Definitely, don’t skip the bacon! I’m so happy you enjoyed that

      Reply

  • Haley
    February 8, 2019

    I love making these for meal preps for weeks when I don’t have much time to make breakfast.

    Reply

    • Natasha
      February 8, 2019

      They really are a great option for morning meal prep! I’m so glad you love the recipe 🙂

      Reply

  • Rhonda Golubski
    February 2, 2019

    Great Recipe, Home run, my daughter and husband loved them

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 2, 2019

      That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review 🙂

      Reply

  • Galina
    January 29, 2019

    I made these the other day but made a larger batch of 18 using 12 eggs, 3/4 cup half and half, 3 potatoes, and a little extra cheese. I didn’t have spinach on hand so just omitted it. They came out SO.GOOD! Going on my regular breakfast rotation from now on 😀

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 29, 2019

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!

      Reply

  • Odeida Clavijo
    January 28, 2019

    Hi! In Venezuela I cann´t find whipping cream. What can I do?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 28, 2019

      Hi Odeida! Do you have double cream? It is very similar to whipping cream. One of our readers wrote “I didn’t have cream so I used milk and they were still delicious. Would be great for a brunch!!” I hope that helps!

      Reply

  • sarah
    January 24, 2019

    I make these too but if in a pinch I just add a spoonful of salsa and then you have onions, tomatoes and a little kick of spice..plus cheese and whatever leftover meat if there is any (but bacon goes quick in my house)

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 24, 2019

      That’s so great! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  • Rose Neblett
    January 24, 2019

    I’m not big on Tobasco, but I would add Hatch green chile instead. It is carried in frozen bricks in several grocery stores. I defrost it until it still has ice crystals and spoon into sandwich bag sized bags and refreeze for small easily used portions to pull out and use as desired. I use them in eggs frequently!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 24, 2019

      Thank you so much for sharing that with me!

      Reply

  • gezi
    January 24, 2019

    It looks really delicious. I want to do it. Thanks.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 24, 2019

      I hope you love it! Thank you for the great review!

      Reply

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