Description
Mediterranean Delight Egg Muffin Cups are a flavorful and healthy breakfast option packed with fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and creamy feta cheese. These protein-rich muffins are baked to perfection, making them convenient for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 3/4 cup egg whites
- 4 whole eggs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Add-ins
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Toppings
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin thoroughly with cooking spray or line it with muffin liners to ensure easy removal of the egg muffins after baking.
- Mix eggs: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the 3/4 cup of egg whites and 4 whole eggs until fully combined and slightly frothy, creating a smooth base for your muffins.
- Add ingredients: Stir in the chopped spinach, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper until the mixture is evenly distributed throughout the eggs.
- Fill muffin cups: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for expansion during baking.
- Add feta cheese: Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese evenly over the tops of each filled muffin cup for a flavorful finish.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the egg muffins are fully set and have a slight golden color on top.
- Cool: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg muffins cool for a few minutes to firm up and make removal easier.
- Serve: Carefully remove the muffins from the tin and serve warm as a nutritious breakfast or snack option.
Notes
- Make sure the muffin tin is well-greased to prevent sticking.
- Use fresh or frozen spinach, but if frozen, thaw and squeeze out excess water before using.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil can add extra flavor; drain if necessary to avoid making the mixture too wet.
- These egg muffin cups can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated easily.
- Feel free to add other Mediterranean ingredients like olives or bell peppers for variety.
