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Cheesy egg muffins are grab-and-go breakfast cups with just 1g net carbs and 24g of protein each. Crispy bacon crumbles through fluffy eggs with green onion and melty pepper jack, all steamed in silicone cups in the Instant Pot. Eight muffins, 25 minutes, zero morning stress.

Cheesy Egg Muffins

(Total Time: 25 MIN| Serves: 8)

Ingredients:
¼ cup shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
4 Bacon Slices
4 Eggs
1 Green Onion, chopped
Pinch of Garlic Powder
Pinch of Pepper
¼ tsp Salt
1 ½ cups Water

Directions:

1. Set your Instant Pot to SAUTE.
2. Cook the bacon for a few minutes, until crispy.
3. Wipe off the bacon grease, pour the water inside, and lower the rack.
4. Beat the eggs along with the pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
5. Crumble the bacon and add to this mixture.
6. Stir in the onion and cheese.
7. Pour this mixture into 4 silicone muffin cups.
8. Arrange them on the rack and close the lid.
9. Cook on HIGH for 8 minutes.
10. Wait 2 minutes before releasing the pressure quickly.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Per Serving (Calories 282 | Total Fats 12g | Net Carbs: 1g | Protein 24g |Fiber: 16g)

Pro Tips

• Cook the bacon until properly crispy and wipe the grease out of the pot before steaming — clean steam keeps the muffins light.
• Crumble the bacon and stir it through the beaten eggs so every muffin gets an even share of smoky, salty bits.
• Pepper jack brings the gentle heat that makes these muffins special; use less or swap for cheddar if cooking for sensitive palates.
• Wait 2 minutes before the quick release — that short rest sets the tops so they don't sink when they cool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these muffins keto?

Absolutely — 1g net carbs, 24g protein, and 12g fat per muffin make them a keto meal-prep staple.

How do I store them?

Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze for a month. Rewarm briefly, or eat them cold straight from the fridge.

Can I use a muffin tin instead?

Yes — bake at 350°F until set, about 15–18 minutes. The Instant Pot gives the fluffiest texture but both work.

How many does the recipe make?

Four silicone cups worth of batter — the recipe's listed as 8 servings, so portion accordingly for your appetites.

Stav Kogan

Cheesy Egg Muffins

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Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 282

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• ¼ cup shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
• 4 Bacon Slices
• 4 Eggs
• 1 Green Onion, chopped
• ¼ tsp Salt
• 1 ½ cups Water

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Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 12g

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