Keto Jalapeño Cheddar Egg Cups (Print Version)

Spicy cheddar and jalapeño egg cups for easy keto breakfasts

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 the shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeño, red bell pepper, and green onions.
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 -
  • They taste savory and cheesy but your carb count stays so low you won't believe it.
  • Make a batch on Sunday and grab one every morning without thinking about breakfast.
  • The jalapeño kick is gentle enough to not overwhelm anyone, but strong enough to actually taste it.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling time or you'll have scrambled egg soup on your hands instead of nice structured cups.
  • These reheat perfectly in the microwave for about 30 seconds, so make a whole batch and live like you have your life together on busy mornings.
03 -
  • Fill the muffin cups with an ice cream scoop for perfectly even portions and less mess than pouring.
  • If your oven runs hot, start checking at 16 minutes because overdone egg cups get watery and lose their velvety texture.
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