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Hash Brown Egg Cups

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Hash brown egg cups are a delightful and convenient breakfast option that combines crispy hash browns with savory eggs, cheese, and optional add-ins like bacon or vegetables. Perfect for meal prep or a quick morning bite, these portable cups offer a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

  1. 20 oz shredded hash browns, thawed
    6 large eggs
    1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
    1/4 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
    1/4 cup diced onion (optional)
    1/4 cup milk
    Salt and pepper to taste
    Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.

  1. Prepare Hash Brown Base: In a bowl, combine the thawed hash browns with 1/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup to form a nest.
  2. Bake Hash Brown Cups: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the hash browns are golden brown and crispy.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: While the hash browns are baking, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir in the remaining shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, and diced vegetables if using.
  4. Fill Hash Brown Cups: Once the hash brown cups are baked, remove them from the oven. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Carefully pour the egg mixture into each hash brown cup, filling them evenly.
  5. Bake Egg Cups: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 15–18 minutes, or until the eggs are set and lightly browned on top.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the egg cups to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin tin. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
  • If you prefer spicier egg cups, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
  • For a lower-carb option, replace hash browns with cauliflower rice.
  • If freezing, wrap each egg cup individually and reheat in the oven or air fryer for a quick breakfast.

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