Keto Jalapeño Cheddar Egg Cups (Printable version)

Fluffy egg cups loaded with sharp cheddar and fresh jalapeños. A quick, protein-packed breakfast ideal for busy mornings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Dairy

02 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Extra sliced jalapeño
11 - Chopped cilantro

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with silicone muffin liners.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeño, red bell pepper, and green onions until evenly distributed.
04 - Divide the mixture evenly among the 6 muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full.
05 - Top each cup with extra jalapeño slices if desired.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the egg cups are puffed, golden, and set in the center.
07 - Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes, then run a knife around the edges to release. Serve warm or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for meal prep and on-the-go breakfasts
  • Only 1g of carbs per egg cup
  • Customizable heat level based on your preference
  • Stores well in the refrigerator for quick weekday breakfasts
02 -
  • For evenly distributed mix-ins, add them individually to each muffin cup rather than mixing them all with the egg mixture
  • Don't overfill the muffin cups—they will puff up during baking
  • Let the egg cups cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing to help them set properly
  • For meal prep, cool completely before storing in an airtight container
  • Reheat for 30 seconds in the microwave when ready to eat
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