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Easy Caprese Egg Muffin Cups

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These easy Caprese egg muffin cups are a fresh and healthy brunch option featuring eggs, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil baked into fluffy muffin cups.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 oz (115g) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade or roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for greasing and drizzling
  • Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs and 1/4 cup (60ml) milk until smooth and slightly frothy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to the egg mixture and whisk to combine.
  5. Prepare the fillings by halving 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, chopping 1/4 cup fresh basil, and tearing 4 oz (115g) mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Add a few tomato halves, mozzarella pieces, and some basil into each cup, gently pressing them down so they are nestled but not submerged.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, until the egg cups are firm and have a light golden edge.
  9. Let the muffin cups cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing.
  10. Drizzle with olive oil or balsamic glaze if desired and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Notes

Whisk eggs and milk until frothy for fluffier muffins. Halve or quarter tomatoes to avoid soggy muffins. Fresh mozzarella melts better than shredded. Start checking doneness at 18 minutes to avoid overcooking. Muffins reheat well in microwave or toaster oven.

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Keywords: Caprese, egg muffins, brunch, healthy breakfast, mozzarella, basil, cherry tomatoes, easy recipe

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