Bacon Breakfast Muffins

These easy Bacon Breakfast Muffins are not only simple to make, but they can also be made ahead of time! Fresh eggs, bacon, and cheese make these little breakfast bites so delicious and incredibly easy. 

We make thee breakfast egg muffins about once a month and they never fail to taste great. These are just perfect for grab and go meals and they go great with these bacon hash browns.

Why This Recipe

Hi Friends!

Today I am sharing my recipe for Easy Egg Bacon Breakfast Muffins. The great thing about these is that they can be made a day ahead and then popped into the microwave when someone is ready to eat.

Filled with goodness that is eggs, cheese and bacon, these are like mini frittatas. They aree perfect for busy mornings and easy to warm for breakfast or mid-morning snack.

 

Of course, these breakfast muffins with bacon are perfect as is, but I also like to add fresh vegetables because they taste great, are relatively inexpensive when they are in season and they are a way to get more vegetables into my diet. Win Win Win! I think you will enjoy these as they are oh so simple to make.  

Ingredients For Breakfast Muffins

eggs

Cheddar Cheese

Bacon

onion- white or green onions

Salt and black pepper

Equipment

• large mixing bowl
• whisk or egg scrambler
• muffin tin or cupcake pan

How to Make Bacon Breakfast Muffins

1. In a large bowl, scramble eggs.
2. Add peppers, bacon and cheese and blend well.
3. Pour egg mixture into pre-greased muffin tin. You can also use cupcake liners if you like.
4. Bake 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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They will taste amazing!

 

Like my Ham Spinach quiche and my Sausage and egg muffins, this can also make this ahead of time and let family members reheat when they want.

Pro Tips and Timesaver Shortcuts

• You can make these ahead of time – they are a great time saver and work well when you want breakfast on the go.
• Make sure you use crispy bacon as softer bacon tends to get too chewy after baking.
• These are a perfect breakfastt for those mornings when you are leaving on a road trip or traveling to the airport for an early flight. They warm up in seconds in the microwave.
• You can make these the evening before and store in the refrigerator until ready to eat.
• You can use bacon bits, but real bacon is so much better.

Variations, Notes, and Substitutions

• You can substitute egg whites for the whole egg.
• You can substitute crumbled sausage for the bacon.
• You can substitute turkey bacon for pork bacon.
• Add other items such as fresh spinach, Parmesan cheese.

Serving and Storage Suggestions

• Serve promptly or let cool slightly and wrap and store in the refrigerator until ready to reheat.
• Store leftover bites in an airtight container.

More Easy Breakfast Recipe Ideas

For more great quick breakfast ideas try these quick breakfast tacos, or whip up this Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie. Breakfast is an important meal and we very rarely skip it. It really helps to have recipes like this that allow you to prepare it the day before and just rewarm them in the morning.

Breakfast Skillet –    One of our favorite breakfast ideas for any day of the week. A great way to make a hearty breakfast.

Breakfast Potatoes –    A great breakfast side dish.

Chorizo Potatoes -These Chorizo Potatoes are a delicious way to add some spice and flavor to potatoes. I love these for breakfast or brunch and they are even better with a fried egg on top.

Bacon Hash Browns – A delicious and memorable breakfast side dish that has been pinned thousands of times.

Mango Mimosas – Elevate a breakfast or brunch with this easy cocktail.

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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffins

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