Sausage and Egg Muffin Cups Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Sausage and Egg Muffin Cups are a delicious and convenient snack recipe that is perfect for breakfast or any time of the day. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and cheeses.

This recipe is ideal for meal prep, allowing you to make a batch ahead of time and enjoy them throughout the week.

Quick and Easy Sausage and Egg Muffin Cups

These muffin cups are made with savory sausage, eggs, and a variety of toppings baked in a muffin tin. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffin cups, making it a great option for a crowd or for meal prepping.

Ingredients

1 pound breakfast sausage, crumbled
6 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking spray or muffin liners

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with muffin liners.
Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the crumbled sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
Mix the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, and any optional vegetables like bell peppers and green onions.
Fill the Muffin Tin: Pour the egg and sausage mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg is set and the tops are lightly golden.
Cool and Serve: Allow the muffin cups to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.