High-Protein Pepperoni Breakfast Cups (Printable)

Savory mini cups with pepperoni, mozzarella, and pizza flavors baked in muffin tins.

# What You Need:

→ Egg Mixture

01 - 6 large eggs
02 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened
03 - 1/4 cup whole milk
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

→ Filling

08 - 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
10 - 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 2 tablespoons pizza sauce

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin or line with silicone liners.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil until smooth and well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine mozzarella, pepperoni, bell pepper, red onion, Parmesan, and pizza sauce.
04 - Evenly divide the filling mixture among the muffin cups, distributing ingredients as equally as possible.
05 - Pour the egg mixture over the filling, filling each cup approximately 3/4 full. Use a fork to gently stir each cup to distribute the filling evenly.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the centers are just set and tops are lightly golden.
07 - Cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm, optionally with additional pizza sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High Protein: Each cup contains 11g of protein thanks to eggs and Greek yogurt.
  • Low Carb: With only 2g of carbohydrates, these are perfect for keto-friendly diets.
  • Pizza Flavor: Satisfy your pizza cravings early in the day with oregano, basil, and pepperoni.
  • Convenient: Easily portable and perfect for weekly meal prep.
02 -
  • Make Ahead: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
  • Reheating: Gently reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds for a quick breakfast.
  • Allergen Note: Always check labels on pepperoni and pizza sauce for hidden gluten if you have a sensitivity.
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