Description
These Turkey Egg Cups are a flavorful and protein-packed breakfast option, ready in under 30 minutes. Thin slices of turkey form a cozy cup filled with cheddar cheese and eggs, baked to perfection for a quick and hearty start to your day. Garnish with fresh veggies for an extra burst of color and taste.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices of thin turkey, or any other deli meat
- ½-¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 8 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Spinach
- Red pepper
- Green onion
- Chives
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Cups: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease 8 muffin cups with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Form Turkey Cups: Take one slice of turkey, cut it in half, then lay each half inside a muffin cup slightly overlapping to form a neat cup shape that will hold the fillings.
- Add Cheese and Seasoning: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly onto the bottom of each turkey-lined muffin cup. Then sprinkle 2 teaspoons of seasoning salt over the cheese in all cups.
- Crack Eggs: Carefully crack one egg into each turkey cup, making sure the yolk stays intact.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly jiggly. Keep an eye on them as baking times can vary by oven.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the egg cups to rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove each cup from the tin, then season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with fresh parsley or optional garnishes like spinach, red pepper, green onions, or chives.
Notes
- Watch the baking time closely to achieve your preferred doneness of egg yolks.
- Use thin turkey slices to easily shape cups without tearing.
- Feel free to swap cheddar for other cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavors.
- Adding fresh herbs or veggies as garnish can boost flavor and presentation.
- Serve warm for best taste and texture.
