Bacon and Egg Cups Recipe
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Bacon and Egg Cups Recipe
Description
The Bacon and Egg Cups Recipe brings together slices of pre-cooked bacon and whole eggs, baked in muffin tins to create individual savory bites. The bacon forms a crisp, flavorful lining around the egg, which cooks gently in the oven, developing a tender texture without becoming too dry. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, the eggs provide a rich, smooth contrast to the salty, slightly crispy bacon. A finishing touch of grated Parmesan cheese melts slightly over the top after baking, adding a subtle umami note paired with fresh chopped parsley to brighten the flavor.
Baking in muffin tins ensures each serving holds its shape and is easy to transport or plate. These egg cups are suitable for breakfast or brunch and can complement simple sides like toast or fresh fruit. Their contained portion makes them convenient for meal prepping or feeding a group.
Since pre-cooked bacon is used, the baking time mainly controls the doneness of the eggs, which can be tailored to preference from soft to fully set. The addition of cheese and parsley before serving adds contrast and freshness to the overall dish.
Ingredients
- 9 lices Bacon pre-cooked
- 6 egg whole
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray 6 muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray.
- Line each cup with 1 1/2 bacon slices-1 around the sides and 1/2 across the bottom.
- Crack an egg into each cup and top with salt & black pepper.
- Bake 15-25 minutes or until the egg is cooked to your liking.
- Remove from oven and top with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 208 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 208kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 307mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 126mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 292IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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