Keto Jalapeño Cheddar Cups (Printable Version)

Cheesy egg cups with jalapeño for a flavorful, low-carb breakfast option you'll love.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Dairy

02 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Extra sliced jalapeño
11 - Chopped cilantro

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with silicone muffin liners.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeño, red bell pepper, and green onions.
04 - Divide the mixture evenly among the 6 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
05 - Top each cup with extra jalapeño slices if desired.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the egg cups are puffed, golden, and set in the center.
07 - Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes, then run a knife around the edges to release. Serve warm or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They actually taste indulgent, but your carb count stays blissfully low, so you won't feel like you're sacrificing.
  • Once you've made them, you have grab-and-go breakfasts for days without thinking about it again.
02 -
  • Don't overbake these or they'll turn tough and rubbery, so pull them out when the centers still have a whisper of softness.
  • If you're making these for the week, cool them completely before refrigerating or they'll steam themselves into mushiness.
03 -
  • Room temperature eggs mix more smoothly than cold ones straight from the fridge, so take them out a few minutes early.
  • The secret to perfectly set centers is knowing your oven, so if yours runs hot, start checking at 16 minutes.
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