Fluffy baked egg cups with cheddar and crispy bacon strips, perfect for a quick, savory brunch treat.
# Components:
→ Eggs & Dairy
01 - 6 large eggs
02 - ¼ cup whole milk
03 - ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Meats
05 - 6 strips of bacon
→ Vegetables & Herbs
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)
→ Other
07 - Nonstick cooking spray
# Preparation steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Cook bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until just beginning to crisp but still pliable, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
03 - Whisk together eggs, whole milk, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in chopped chives if using.
04 - Pour egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
05 - Twist each bacon strip into a loose spiral and place atop each filled muffin cup.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the eggs are set and lightly golden.
07 - Allow cups to cool 2 to 3 minutes before carefully removing from the tin. Serve warm.
