Description
Okay, so you want to meal prep breakfast like a responsible adult but you’re tired of sad desk oatmeal? Enter: Egg White Muffins. These little protein-packed beauties are basically portable omelets that you can grab from the fridge on your way out the door. They’re fluffy, loaded with veggies, and have actual flavor (shocking, I know, for something “healthy”). Pop them in the microwave for 30 seconds and boom — hot breakfast that didn’t require you to function at 6 AM. I started making these when I got tired of buying those expensive store-bought egg bites, and now I’m that annoying person who meal preps on Sunday and acts superior about it all week. But honestly? These are good enough that even my “I don’t do healthy food” roommate steals them from the fridge. That’s the ultimate endorsement.
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 12 large egg whites (from about 12 eggs, or use carton egg whites for convenience)
- 4 whole eggs (yes, we’re adding some yolks for flavor and richness — this is “healthy” not “miserable”)
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of paprika (smoked if you have it)
For the Veggie Mix (use what you like):
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, diced small
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced small
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/4 cup broccoli florets, chopped small
For the Protein & Cheese:
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey sausage, crumbled (or chicken sausage, ham, or skip for vegetarian)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, feta, or a mix)
- Optional: crumbled cooked bacon because sometimes healthy needs bacon
For Serving:
- Hot sauce (obviously)
- Salsa
- Avocado slices
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). This lower temp keeps the egg muffins tender, not rubbery.
Spray a 12-cup muffin tin generously with cooking spray. Don’t skip this or you’ll be crying while trying to pry stuck eggs out of the tin later.
If using veggies with high water content (like mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach), sauté them quickly in a pan for 2-3 minutes to release excess moisture. This prevents watery muffins. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Dice everything small — like really small. Pea-sized or smaller. Big chunks won’t distribute evenly.
In a large bowl or measuring cup with a spout (makes pouring easier), whisk together egg whites, whole eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Whisk it really well until slightly frothy and everything’s combined. We want that fluffy texture.
Divide your cooked/prepped veggies evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Don’t overfill — leave room for eggs and rising.
Add your protein (turkey sausage, ham, whatever) to each cup.
Sprinkle cheese into each cup. Don’t be stingy but don’t overdo it either — too much cheese makes them greasy.
Give each cup a little stir with a fork to distribute ingredients evenly.
Pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling them about 3/4 full. They’ll puff up as they bake.
Use a fork to gently stir each cup one more time to make sure everything’s incorporated and the veggies aren’t all at the bottom.
Tap the muffin tin on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the centers are set and the tops are lightly golden. They should spring back when you touch them gently.
Don’t overbake or they’ll be rubbery and sad. A tiny jiggle in the center is okay — they’ll continue cooking from residual heat.
Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. This makes them easier to remove and they’ll firm up slightly.
Run a butter knife around the edges of each muffin to loosen them.
Pop them out gently. If they stick, let them cool another few minutes.
Let them cool completely before storing. Hot muffins create condensation which makes them soggy.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To reheat: Microwave for 30-45 seconds until warmed through. Or pop in a toaster oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes if you want them less rubbery.
To freeze: Wrap individually in plastic wrap or foil, then store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen for 60-90 seconds in the microwave.
Notes
Eat them as-is for a quick protein hit on the go.
Serve two muffins with fresh fruit and whole grain toast for a complete breakfast.
Top with hot sauce, salsa, or everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
Smash one between an English muffin for a homemade breakfast sandwich.
Pack them in lunch boxes with some veggies and hummus for a protein-packed snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~70 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~2g
- Protein: ~9g