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Hash Brown Egg Cups

Perfectly Crispy Hash Brown Egg Cups for Busy Mornings

These Hash Brown Egg Cups are the perfect breakfast solution for busy mornings, combining crispy potatoes and fluffy eggs for a customizable meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Hash Brown Base
  • 3 cups Hash Browns Substitute with shredded zucchini or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap in dairy-free cheese for a lactose-free variant.
For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 Large Eggs Replace with flax eggs or tofu for vegan alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Substitute with cooked sausage, ham, or omit for vegetarian cups.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Bell Pepper Swap with diced tomatoes, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • 1/4 cup Diced Onion Can be replaced with leeks or shallots.
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Garnish with chives, parsley, or thyme.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hash Brown Egg Cups
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Combine thawed hash browns with 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and press into the greased muffin cups.
  3. Bake the muffin tin for about 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well-combined and add any optional ingredients.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into the baked hash brown cups, filling them almost to the top.
  6. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes until eggs are set.
  7. Let them cool for a few minutes, then remove from the tin and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These cups can be customized with various fillings and stored in the fridge or freezer for meal prep.

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