Baked Ham, Cheese and Egg Cups

Breakfast
01/01/2014
Breakfast
Total time: 30 min
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Servings: 12
Baked ham, cheese and egg cups served on a plate.

These ham and egg cups have versatility and flavor. They’re an easy-to-make appetizer or brunch treat for all ages. Consider ham-and-cheese egg cups your new favorite use for a muffin tin, especially if you’re following a keto diet. No matter your eating plan, we have a feeling these will become your new savory go-to—delicate to hold, yet protein-packed.

3 people made this

Ingredients:

  • 12 (1-ounce) Slices Reduced-Sodium Ham
  • 3 (1-ounce) Slices 100% Whole Grain Bread , or white bread, torn into 4 pieces each
  • 1 1/2 cups (12 fluid ounces) Fat-Free Egg Substitute
  • 3 cups (12 ounces) Light Cheddar Cheese , grated
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper , or to taste
  • 3 Tablespoons Chive , fresh and chopped
See preparation

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400º F.
  2. Lightly coat a 12-cup (4 ounces each) muffin tin with cooking spray.
  3. Fit each ham slice into each cup (ham ends will be above cup edges). Divide bread among cups. Then divide egg substitute among cups. Sprinkle with cheese, then pepper.
  4. Bake on middle oven rack for 15 minutes. Garnish with chives.
  5. Remove the cups from the muffin tin. Serve warm.