Description
These Mexican Breakfast Cups are a delicious and convenient morning meal featuring a flavorful filling of black beans, avocado, corn, bacon, and cheddar cheese, all baked inside fluffy eggs. Perfect for meal prep or a quick breakfast, they are topped with optional sour cream and salsa for an extra kick.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 1/2 cup drained and rinsed canned black beans
- 1 ripe Hass avocado, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits or crumbled bacon pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Egg Mixture
- 10 large eggs
- 1/4 cup skim milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1-2 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Toppings (Optional)
- Sour cream
- Salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your muffin tin by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with muffin liners for easy removal.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, add the black beans. Lightly pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add chopped avocado, corn, bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Lightly mix everything to evenly distribute the ingredients. Spoon the filling mixture evenly among the muffin cups in the prepared tin.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In another large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, hot sauce (if using), salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until well-combined. For easier pouring, transfer this egg mixture into a large measuring cup or similar container.
- Fill the Muffin Cups: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the filling in each muffin cup. Fill each cup until it is just about full without overflowing.
- Bake the Breakfast Cups: Place the muffin tin in your preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and cooked through. Once done, remove from the oven and let the cups cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with Toppings (Optional): Add a dollop of sour cream, some salsa, or any other topping of your choice for extra flavor before enjoying.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or replace it with a plant-based alternative.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra heat.
- Make sure to pat the black beans dry to prevent excess moisture from affecting the texture.
- These breakfast cups keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the microwave.
