Cheesy Potato & Egg Breakfast Muffins

Ingredients (makes 10–12 muffins)

  • 2 medium potatoes (about 300 g), peeled & grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 6 strips bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 1 cup (100 g) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • ½ tsp onion powder (optional)
  • Chopped parsley or chives (optional)

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  • Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners

2️⃣ Prepare potatoes

  • Grate potatoes
  • Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel (very important!)
  • Season lightly with salt & pepper

3️⃣ Mix filling

In a bowl, combine:

  • Grated potatoes
  • Bacon
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Garlic powder & onion powder (if using)

4️⃣ Add eggs

  • Whisk eggs in a small bowl
  • Pour into the potato mixture
  • Mix until evenly combined

5️⃣ Fill muffin tin

  • Spoon mixture into muffin cups
  • Press gently so they’re compact
  • Fill almost to the top

6️⃣ Bake

  • Bake uncovered 25–30 minutes
  • Tops should be golden and set
  • Let rest 5 minutes before removing

🥰 Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm with sour cream or ketchup
  • Great with avocado or a fresh salad
  • Delicious cold for grab-and-go breakfasts

💡 Variations

  • ❌ No bacon? Add bell peppers or spinach
  • 🧀 Try mozzarella, Swiss, or feta
  • 🌶 Add chili flakes for heat
  • 🥩 Use ham or sausage instead of bacon

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