Description
Egg muffins with spinach are a healthy and delicious option for lunch boxes or quick snacks. These flavorful bites combine fluffy eggs, fresh spinach, and savory cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection. Not only are they easy to prepare, but their vibrant colors and mouthwatering taste make them a hit with both kids and adults. Customize them with your favorite ingredients for an endless variety of nutritious meals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in the chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin tin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating diced bell peppers or onions. You can also swap out cheddar for feta or mozzarella cheese for a different taste profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.