Ham, Cheese, and Egg Cups

Bake up these quick and easy ham, Gruyere cheese, and egg cups for a fun breakfast or brunch dish that the kids will love.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 214 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• nonstick cooking spray
• 1 tablespoon milk, or as needed
• 3 thin slices ham
• 3 leaves fresh basil, torn
• 0.25 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon chopped fresh chives, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 6-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray, making sure the spray coats all sides of the cup.

Step 2

Cut ham in half and place 1 piece in each cup, pressing it down so it forms a basket in the cup. Sprinkle a small amount of Gruyere cheese on the bottom of the ham.

Step 3

Crack eggs into a a measuring cup. Add milk, basil, chives, salt, and pepper. Whisk until combined.

Step 4

Pour egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until set, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes before using a spoon to slide the cups out onto a plate.