Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups

Gluten Free
Popular
Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups
50 min.
24
91kcal

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Start your day off right with these delightful Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups! Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast, these gluten-free cups are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Imagine crispy hash brown nests filled with fluffy eggs, savory bacon, and melted Cheddar cheese—each bite is a delicious combination of textures and tastes that will leave everyone wanting more.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. You can easily customize the fillings to suit your family's preferences, whether you want to add some sautéed vegetables or swap out the cheese for your favorite variety. Plus, with a prep time of just 50 minutes, you can whip up a batch for a crowd or enjoy them throughout the week as a quick breakfast option.

These Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups are not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious way to kickstart your morning. With a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, they provide the energy you need to tackle your day. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this fun and tasty breakfast treat!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon divided crumbled cooked
  • 12  eggs 
  • teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 30 ounce hash brown potatoes shredded frozen thawed
  • 2.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 2.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 0.3 cup cheddar cheese shredded divided
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 24 muffin cups.
  2. Mix hash brown potatoes, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and 2/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese in a bowl. Divide mixture between prepared muffin cups and use your fingers to shape potato mixture into nests with hollows in the middle.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until hash browns are browned on the edges and cheese has melted, 15 to 18 minutes.
  4. Remove hash brown nests.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  6. Whisk eggs and water in a bowl until thoroughly combined; season with salt and black pepper.
  7. Pour equal amount of egg mixture into each nest; sprinkle with bacon crumbles and 1 teaspoon Cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake in the oven until eggs are set, 13 to 16 minutes.
  9. Let cool in pans and remove by sliding a knife between potato crust and muffin cup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories91kcal
Protein20.61%
Fat50.53%
Carbs28.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.75
Glycemic Load
1.81
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.8678261093471%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:90.9kcal
4.55%
Fat:5.11g
7.86%
Saturated Fat:1.49g
9.34%
Carbohydrates:6.57g
2.19%
Net Carbohydrates:6.05g
2.2%
Sugar:0.09g
0.1%
Cholesterol:85.66mg
28.55%
Sodium:333.88mg
14.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.69g
9.38%
Selenium:8.55µg
12.21%
Phosphorus:76.08mg
7.61%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.88%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.88%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.44%
Iron:0.78mg
4.32%
Potassium:146.74mg
4.19%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.18%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.96%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.9%
Vitamin C:2.91mg
3.52%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.49%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.23%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.08%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.05%
Folate:12.02µg
3%
Copper:0.06mg
2.78%
Vitamin A:132.04IU
2.64%
Calcium:25.05mg
2.51%
Fiber:0.52g
2.07%
Magnesium:7.84mg
1.96%
Vitamin K:1.11µg
1.06%
Source:Allrecipes