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by Gayle on Aug 27, 2014 (updated Nov 17, 2020) 80 comments »

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Filled with eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon, and hash browns, these Cheesy Hash Brown Egg Cups are pop-able, and delicious for a quick breakfast on-the-go!

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I think I may have found my new favorite breakfast. And that’s a big deal for me!

You see, I’m not really much of a breakfast person. Sure, I’ll make a baked good and will have those for breakfast during the week, but the following week, I always return to the same routine. Those foods are delicious, but sometimes I want something a little more “breakfast-y”…know what I mean? Eggs, bacon, the works. Something that fills me up and is easy to grab ‘n go.

Well, friends, I made the perfect breakfast that meets my standards. Filled with eggs, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, andhash browns, theseCheesy Hash Brown Egg Cupsare perfectly portable,pop-able, anddeliciousfor a quickbreakfaston-the-go!

These hash brown breakfast cups have everything you would want in a hearty breakfast, but are combined in mini muffin form. Easy to customize based on your preferences and a breeze to whip up, you will love the taste of these cuties!

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What’s in Hash Brown Egg Cups?

To make these baked hash brown cups, you’ll need the following basic ingredients:

  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Garlic powder
  • Italian seasoning
  • Cooked bacon
  • Hash browns
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper

How to Make Hash Brown Egg Cups

Since I had bacon and hash browns on hand, I decided to toss those, along with some eggs, cheddar cheese, and spices, into a bowl. Simply mix together, pour into a muffin tin, and bake.

That’s it! In about 15 minutes, you will have a hot and delicious breakfast.

Can I Prep These in Advance?

Yes! Kid-friendly and filled with a classic breakfast flavor, you can make these hash brown cups ahead of time and just grab ‘n go for a convenient breakfast. These little guys also freeze well, so you can enjoy this breakfast for months to come!

Should I Thaw the Hash Browns First?

No, you don’t have to thaw the hash browns before making these hash brown egg cups. You can add the shredded hash browns straight from the freezer or you can thaw them first. Do whatever you have time for!

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Tips for Making Hash Brown Egg Muffins

  • I used a mini muffin pan, but you can also make these using a regular muffin pan. The cook time will need to be increased, though!
  • Feel free to mix and match the ingredients in this recipe. Instead of cooked bacon, try using cooked sausage. The cheddar can also be swapped out with your favorite cheese.
  • For this recipe, you want to use shredded hash browns, not the kind that are cut into chunks (sometimes they’re labeled as the same thing).

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Cheesy Hash Brown Egg Cups

Yield: 20 cups

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 25 minutes mins

Filled with eggs, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and hash browns, these Cheesy Hash Brown Egg Cups are perfectly portable, pop-able, and delicious for a quick breakfast on-the-go!

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Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • cup milk, (any kind)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup hash browns, thawed
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, bacon, hash browns, and cheese. Stir thoroughly to combine. Pour mixture into mini muffin tin.

  • Bake for about 15-17 minutes, or until middles are set. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then remove from muffin tins.

  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Breakfast cups will last for about 3 days, refrigerated, or up two 3 months if frozen.

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 51.15kcal, Carbohydrates: 2.31g, Protein: 3.41g, Fat: 3.1g, Saturated Fat: 1.35g, Cholesterol: 54.44mg, Sodium: 74.74mg, Potassium: 66.36mg, Fiber: 0.17g, Sugar: 0.27g, Vitamin A: 106.17IU, Vitamin C: 0.86mg, Calcium: 34.2mg, Iron: 0.39mg

Cuisine: American

Course: Breakfast

Author: Gayle

Did you make this recipe?Let me know! Mention @pumpkin_n_spice on Instagram or tag #pumpkin_n_spice.

**April 2017 Update!** This recipe was originally posted in August 2014. I decided that the photos desperatelyneeded updating, so I reshot the recipe (but still kept the ingredient list and directions the same). I also kept the original post/story above that I wrote three summers ago!**

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  1. Mir Reply

    I struggle with breakfast, too. My ideal breakfast is a giant chocolate chip cookie, but that’s not supposed to be a good idea.
    This looks so delicious! I love adding the hash browns! And that cheesy top. Mmm.

    • Gayle Reply

      Ha ha I would love a chocolate chip cookie or some brownies for breakfast, too. But for now, these eggs cups will just have to do! 🙂 The hash browns were perfect for these little guys, definitely made them more filling!

  2. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron Reply

    These are so fun Gayle! Perfect for a back to school breakfast or a breakfast on the go! Pinned 🙂

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks so much for the kind words and pin, Chelsea! These are definitely a great before school breakfast or to grab ‘n go out the door!

  3. Gayle, these are so cute! and I LOVE how quick to make, and easy to grab and go they are 😉 Pinned. de-licious!

    • Gayle Reply

      I love how easy these are to make, too! And so versatile depending on your tastes. Thanks so much for the compliments and pin, Michele!

  4. Melanie @ Carmel Moments Reply

    What a delightful surprise these would be on the breakfast table! Kids would gobble them up quick!

    • Gayle Reply

      I agree, Melanie! I think kids would love popping these into their mouths! Cute and delicious!

  5. ami@naivecookcooks Reply

    This will be a breakfast treat for all of us Gayle!! Looks super duper delicious and filling!

    • Gayle Reply

      These cups turned out so good…all of my favorite breakfast ingredients combined into one! Thanks for the breakfast love, Ami!

  6. Laura Reply

    Gayle, these look so easy! And grab and go. Right? I mean, I might even plug these into the kids in their carseats, how messy can they be? And they’re healthy too, I really like to give kids eggs for breakfast, they’re the “perfect” food. Plus, bacon is a must-have at breakfast time. yum. Pinned!!

    • Gayle Reply

      These are SO easy to whip up, Laura! The only thing you have to prepare ahead of time is the bacon. But if you don’t want that in these little guys, feel free to skip it. I didn’t even defrost my hash browns! And they would definitely be great for kids in the car seat. I can’t imagine that they would be too messy, as long as it would hit their mouths! 🙂

  7. Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating Reply

    These look so yummy! A perfect little breakfast bite. Ugh, I really miss eggs!

    • Gayle Reply

      Aww that’s too bad that you can’t have eggs, Kelly! Is there any type of egg substitute that you could use? Thanks so much for the kind words!

  8. Karen @ Lushious Eats Reply

    This is a great idea! Better than just having plain ol’hash browns and with cheese!!! YEAH! lolz! Love it Gayle!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks for the muffin love, Karen! These little cuties definitely jazz up a regular breakfast. And they’re fun to make, too!

  9. Christine@ Apple of My Eye Reply

    Whenever I think of a “real” breakfast, eggs always come to mind! I usually don’t have much time in the morning to cook them up, though, so I don’t make them nearly as often as I’d like. These are perfect because I can just make a biiiig batch on the weekend and be set for the entire week! WOO!

    Great recipe!

    • Gayle Reply

      I always think of eggs, too! Whenever I go out to eat, I usually get something involving eggs. And these are so perfect for busy mornings!

  10. Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron Reply

    These look so delicious, and so convenient! Things are going to be super duper hectic in my house when I go back to work in a month, and this is exactly the kind of breakfast I need. Love that you put hash browns in there…can anyone resist hash browns? (not me)

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks for the compliments, Denise! These little cups sound like they would be perfect for when yo go back to work. And no, I definitely can’t resist hash browns! They made this dish extra tasty!

  11. Cailee Reply

    YUM!! These look amazing!! I love eggs for brekkie!! They are just so filling and satisfying! Def a great way to start the day!!…or finish it!! Who doesn’t love a good breakfast for dinner every once in a while?!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks so much for the breakfast love, Cailee! I love eggs for breakfast, too. And I agree, they are so filling and healthy. And breakfast for dinner is always a winner in my book! 🙂

  12. Eva Reply

    This is a great idea and a good twist on the scramble eggs. It gets old. I always have to have breakfast, but I don’t really feel like making it every day. This is fantastic. Thanks for sharing!

    • Gayle Reply

      I agree, Eva! Plain ‘ole eggs to get boring after a while. And this is such a fun twist on all of the breakfast staples. Thanks so much for stopping by!

  13. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats Reply

    These look amazing! Perfect for breakfast on the go and for the kiddos before school!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Julie! This is such a great breakfast to grab and then go! I also froze a few of these so that I can defrost them quickly in the upcoming months!

  14. Amy | Club Narwhal Reply

    Gayle, these look so awesome! And I love that they are small but filling–a great thing to grab when I’m heading out the door for breakfast on the go!

    • Gayle Reply

      I love their bite-sized form, but yes, definitely a filling breakfast! Thanks so much for the kind words, Amy!

  15. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy Reply

    This is one of my favourite breakfasts too. We love them in our house 🙂 I like anything that is in little bite sized portions.

  16. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter Reply

    These are adorable little breakfast bites. Gayle 🙂 Perfect for on the go or even packing them up into school lunches!

    • Gayle Reply

      These would be wonderful packed in a lunch! Great idea, Kelly! Thanks so much for the breakfast love!

  17. Mary Frances Reply

    Hash browns are magical things … the crispy edge, melt in your mouth slices, and the lovingly seasoned (ahem: salt 🙂 ) bites are just so SO good. Putting them into egg cups is such a great idea! These are perfect for these mornings that keep getting busier and busier (hellooooo fall!)

    • Gayle Reply

      I love how you described hash browns, Mary Frances! And I always load mine with salt and pepper, too! 🙂 These are definitely perfect for the upcoming season!

  18. Medha @ Whisk & Shout Reply

    This is an awesome breakfast on-the-go! I love that you can freeze them, which is perfect make-ahead food for me and my parents 🙂

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Medha! I like freezing them, too. I have a small batch in my freezer right now for the upcoming months!

  19. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor Reply

    These are perfect for breakfast! I always love mini food!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Ashley! I love mini foods, too.

  20. Liz @ Floating Kitchen Reply

    These are adorable! I’m not much of a breakfast person either, so these would be perfect!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Liz! Sounds like these cups would be right up your alley! So easy to make and tastes even better!

  21. Danielle Reply

    How adorable are these?! You can do so much with these, I love them. I really love the hash browns in these too, I would’ve never thought to add some. Pinning these! Can’t wait to try them 🙂

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks for the breakfast love and the pin, Danielle! Much appreciated! 🙂 And I love how versatile these egg cups are, too. I think I’m going to try them with some sausage and mozzarella cheese next time! 🙂

  22. Annie @Maebells Reply

    What a great idea! Such a good grab and go option for busy weekdays!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Annie! These are so perfect for busy weekday mornings!

  23. Ashley Reply

    Yum! What delicious looking little breakfast cups! I usually go for more sweet breakfast items … like oatmeal or granola, etc. but I do love having eggs to switch it up! Such a nice change!

    • Gayle Reply

      I’m the same way, Ashley! I love switching up my breakfasts, too, otherwise it gets pretty boring. Thanks for the compliments!

  24. Kathy @ Olives & Garlic Reply

    Its fabulous that these freeze well. I’ve been trying to cook things that freeze well for an easy breakfast and/or dinner options. Perfect breakfast hash cups, my husband and daughter will LOVE these.

    • Gayle Reply

      I love freezing breakfast items, Kathy! It’s so easy to just take them out and microwave for a quick and easy breakfast. I hope you daughter and husband find these cups delicious!

  25. Sues Reply

    I could so eat many, many of these. I LOVE that they’re grab and go!!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Sue! That’s my favorite part, too!

  26. Michele @ Alwayzbakin Reply

    Those sound awesome. Great idea! I’m always running around like a maniac in the morning. These would be a great breakfast for us.

    • Gayle Reply

      I know what you mean, Michele! If I don’t have something quick to grab before work, then I don’t eat breakfast. So these little guys are perfect for me!

  27. Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen Reply

    What a great portable breakfast idea – I love it! These are so versatile! I imagine they would taste wonderful as is or with some yummy chopped up sweet red peppers! Yum!! 😀

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Ceara! I love how versatile they are, too. And I love your suggest of red peppers! I will definitely have to try that next time!

  28. Heather Reply

    I make a version of this recipe, never thought adding garlic and Italian seasoning.

    • Gayle Reply

      I love using different seasonings when baking, so I thought this was perfect! And I’m a huge garlic fan, so I practically use garlic powder (or cloves) in everything. Thanks for stopping by, Heather!

  29. Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking Reply

    These are a great idea and definitely fit the “breakfast-y” bill! I love breakfast and delicious, poppable cups like these are why! Yummy!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Lindsey! These little cuties definitely pack a hearty punch in mini form!

  30. Leah | So, How's It Taste? Reply

    Yum! Love love love breakfasts like this where you can make them before and grab & go!

    • Gayle Reply

      Grab ‘n go breakfasts are the best, Leah!

  31. Ashley @ ashleymarieskitchen Reply

    Yum! These are adorable. I love the addition of hash browns! Pinned 🙂

    • Gayle Reply

      The hash browns go so well with these egg cups, Ashley! Thanks so much for the pin and for stopping by!

  32. Carol at Wild Goose Tea Reply

    I love breakfast. I don’t struggle with breakfast. I like it anytime. And I LOVE this recipe!!!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks so much, Carol! I love breakfast too, but getting me to eat it during the week is tough because I’m always running out the door. But with these little cuties, there is no excuse not to have breakfast!

  33. ATasteOfMadness Reply

    This looks like an amazing breakfast! I have got to try this out!

    • Gayle Reply

      You will love these breakfast cups! So full of flavor and easy to put together!

  34. Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods Reply

    These look so delicious! I love that you can make these ahead of time and have a great quick breakfast.

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Cindy! This is definitely the perfect breakfast for those on-the-go.

  35. cher Reply

    Hi Gayle, love that you can make these ahead of time. Usually it’s yogurt and fruit for breakfast, but once or twice a week I like to have something different, like this!!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks for the kind words, Cher! These breakfast cups are nice to throw into your weekly breakfast routine. Not to mention that they taste amazing, too!

  36. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen Reply

    I’ve made egg cups before, but I haven’t added hashbrowns to them. Sounds fabulous!

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks, Christin! The hash browns were my favorite part!

  37. Isadora Reply

    I’m not a huge breakfast person either, probably because I’m not really a morning person and am too lazy to make anything besides toast! I made my first egg cups a few weeks ago so my husband could have something to grab and go in the morning and they are so amazing! I love your addition of cheese, bacon, and hashbrowns! I will definitely be throwing those in next time and my husband will be soooo happy 🙂

    • Gayle Reply

      It’s so hard for me to eat breakfast on weekday mornings since I’m always running out the door. But these egg cups are perfect to just grab ‘n go! I hope you and your husband like the addition of hash browns if you try it!

  38. Ambar Reply

    Easy & Simply! Love the recipe!

    • Gayle Reply

      This is definitely a breeze to whip up and so delicious for breakfast! Thanks so much for stopping by, Ambar!

  39. Kate @ Framed Cooks Reply

    I always love freshening up old recipe pictures – it’s a fun way to revisit old faves! These look delectable (and perfect for Easter breakfast!)

    • Gayle Reply

      Thanks for the sweet comment, Kate!

  40. Dianne Sibley Reply

    How long should I cook these in regular size muffin pans?

    • Gayle Reply

      Hi Dianne! I’ve never made them in regular tins before, so I can’t say for sure, but I would increase the cooking time by 2-3 minutes and then go from there. Hope you love these if you try them!

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