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Hash Brown and Bacon Omelet Cups

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 omelet cups (adjusted for extra portions) 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Meal Prep
  • Method: Oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crispy hash brown nests filled with fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, and melty cheese—perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go breakfast. These baked omelet cups are easy, portable, and packed with flavor!


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns (thawed)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep:

    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

    • Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.

  2. Make the Hash Brown Crust:

    • In a bowl, mix hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper.

    • Press about 2 tbsp of hash browns into each muffin cup, shaping them into a nest.

    • Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden and crisp.

  3. Cook the Bacon:

    • While the hash browns bake, cook bacon until crispy.

    • Drain on paper towels, then chop into small pieces.

  4. Whisk the Egg Mixture:

    • In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

  5. Assemble the Omelet Cups:

    • Sprinkle bacon and cheese into each baked hash brown cup.

    • Pour egg mixture evenly over each cup, filling almost to the top.

    • Top with chopped green onions.

  6. Bake Until Set:

    • Bake for 12-15 minutes until eggs are set and slightly puffed.

    • Let cool for 5 minutes, then carefully remove with a spoon.


Notes

  • For crispier hash browns, squeeze out excess moisture before baking.
  • Don’t overfill with eggs to prevent overflow.
  • Customize with diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach!

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~120 kcal
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: ~6g
  • Protein: ~7g