Crispy Hash Brown Egg Cups Recipe
These Crispy Hash Brown Egg Cups are a delightful and easy breakfast option, combining crispy baked hash browns with a rich egg and cheese filling. Baked in a muffin tin, they’re perfectly portioned, making them ideal for meal prep or a grab-and-go morning meal.
- Author: Yana
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 egg cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Hash Brown Cups
- 2 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and patted dry
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Egg Filling
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the Hash Brown Cups: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Press the thawed and dried hash browns evenly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup, forming a shell. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake the Hash Browns: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the hash browns are golden and crispy on the edges. Remove from the oven.
- Add Eggs and Cheese: Crack one egg into each crispy hash brown cup, then sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese on top of each egg. Season with a little more salt and pepper as desired.
- Bake until Set: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through to your liking and the cheese is melted.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the egg cups from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Use a knife to gently loosen the edges if needed, then remove from the tin and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure hash browns are well-thawed and patted dry to help achieve crispiness.
- You can add optional ingredients like cooked bacon, diced bell peppers, or green onions for extra flavor.
- Adjust bake times slightly if you prefer runnier or firmer eggs.
- Use non-stick spray or line muffin tins with silicone liners for easier removal.
- These egg cups can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
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