Muffin Tin Frittatas (Easy Toaster Oven Recipe) (2024)

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A fun make-ahead breakfast or snack, these muffin tin frittatas are packed with veggies, protein, and flavor. They’re easy to customize with your favorite fillings and perfect for using up leftover ingredients.

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Have you seen these little egg bites before? They’re basically a mixture of eggs, veggies, and cheese that’s baked in a muffin tin.

These cute single-serving frittatas are fancy enough for a Sunday brunch but also make a great snack or breakfast on the go. We like to make a batch on the weekend, toss it in the fridge, and enjoy them all week long.

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Ingredient Notes

Veggies: You’ll need about ¾ cup to 1 cup finely chopped. We went with sweet corn kernels, red bell pepper, and frozen chopped broccoli (thawed and drained).

But you can use any veggies you like. Sautéed kale and mushrooms, sliced cherry tomatoes, or any leftover roasted veggies you have on hand (like roasted sweet potato rounds or Brussels sprouts) would all taste fantastic.

Cheese: A salty feta goes well with the veggies and eggs. Shredded cheddar, pepper jack, or parmesan would be yummy too.

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Start by adjusting the toaster oven cooking rack to the middle or bottom placement, selecting the “BAKE” setting, and preheating to 350°F.

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2. To keep the egg muffins from sticking, generously spray or brush a nonstick 6-cup muffin pan with oil.

3. In a medium bowl, stir together the chopped veggies, green onion, and feta cheese. Spoon the mixture into the greased wells in the muffin tin. I like to use a large measuring cup for this. It has a pour spout that makes portioning the eggs in the next step a lot easier.

4. Whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, and chopped herbs. Then pour the mixture over the veggies in the cups. Try to fill the cups no more than ¾ full as the mixture will rise a lot during baking and can spill over the pan.

5. Bake until the frittatas are puffed up, the edges are golden brown and a flat butter knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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The frittatas will deflate or flatten some after you remove them from the oven. It’s okay, they’re just releasing steam. Let the eggs cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes before removing them and devouring.

How to keep muffins from sticking

If you experience sticking after baking, leave the eggs in the pan for a few extra minutes. They will steam as they cool down. Then run a small silicone spatula or offset spatula around the edges to loosen and lift the frittatas.

To prevent them from sticking in the first place, use a nonstick pan and coat it generously with oil.

Silicone bakeware is another option. We made this recipe using a set of air fryer silicone muffin cups and the eggs did not stick at all.

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*Quick Note: Not all silicone bakeware is okay to use in a toaster oven. Always review your manual and follow manufacturer recommendations.

Recipe Variations

You can pack these mini frittatas with more protein by swapping some of the veggies for cooked soy chorizo or chopped-up veggie sausage.

Amp up the flavor with a little garlic powder, paprika, or your favorite seasoning blend (everything bagel is super tasty). I’d start with ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon.

For a filling breakfast, stuff a couple of frittata muffins into a pita with avocado, salsa, and lettuce or spinach. It’s super satisfying and a great way to start the day!

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Toaster Oven Muffin Tin Frittatas

Yield: 6 Egg Muffins

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Packed with protein, these egg muffins make a great grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack. The recipe is excellent for using up leftovers, swap the veggies and cheese for whatever you’ve got on hand!

Ingredients

  • Cooking Oil Spray, for the muffin tin
  • ¾ to 1 cup Finely Chopped Vegetables
  • ¼ cup (56 grams) Crumbled Feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • 4 Large Eggs (about 50 grams each, weighed without shell)
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Finely Chopped Fresh Herbs (dill, parsley, basil, or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Adjust the cooking rack to the middle or bottom placement, select the “BAKE” setting, and preheat the toaster oven to 350°F.
  2. Generously spray or brush a 6-cup muffin pan with oil.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the chopped veggies, green onion, and feta cheese. Distribute the mixture evenly across the six cups.
  4. Whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, and chopped herbs. Ladle or pour the mixture over the veggies in the cups.
  5. Bake until the frittatas are puffed up, the edges are golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean or they have reached an internal temperature of at least 160°F, about 18 to 22 minutes.
  6. Let the egg muffins cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes before removing them.

Notes

Using More Eggs: Most toaster oven muffins tins have slightly smaller cups that only hold about 6 tablespoons or less. To avoid wasting eggs, start with just 4. If you find your muffin tin has more room you can always add a 5th egg to the next batch.

Storage: Completely cool any leftover egg muffins before storing. They can be refrigerated in a covered container for 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Warm refrigerated muffins for about 30 to 40 seconds in the microwave. For the best results, thaw frozen mini frittatas overnight in the fridge and then warm in the microwave. We don’t recommend reheating straight from frozen as it makes the eggs dry and rubbery.

Nutritional information is an estimate for 1 egg muffin.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6Serving Size: 1 Egg Muffin
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 73Total Fat: 4.6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 129.9mgSodium: 100.7mgCarbohydrates: 2.2gFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1.2gProtein: 5.8g

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FAQs

When making a frittata, which ingredient should be pre-cooked prior to adding it to the egg mixture? ›

Tough vegetables like potatoes, squash and onions need to be pre-cooked since they will not have time enough to soften before the eggs are done. Raw meats such as bacon and sausage also need more time and heat to cook through safely, so get them prepped before your other ingredients.

Why are my egg muffins soggy? ›

If your egg muffins are soggy, you likely used a lot of veggies with high water content. Next time, saute the veggies before adding them to the egg cups to remove the excess moisture.

How long can you keep egg muffins in the fridge? ›

Storage & Reheating Instructions: Cover leftover egg muffins and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Microwave: Wrap or cover egg muffins with a damp paper towel and microwave for 20–30 seconds, or until warmed through. (Don't overheat, or they will taste rubbery.)

Is there anything you can't cook in a toaster oven? ›

Anything That Will Spit Out Or Drip Excessive Amounts Of Grease. Toaster ovens are great for heating up a quick batch of fries or a pizza, but you must be cautious with foods like these. Anything that can drip fat or splatter grease is -- guess what -- a fire risk.

How do I know when my frittata is done? ›

Cook the frittata in the oven just until the centre is no longer wobbly and the edges are golden-brown. If still unsure, place a knife into the centre of the frittata. If raw eggs run out, keep cooking. You want the eggs to be just set as the frittata will keep cooking while it's standing.

How do you keep frittata fluffy? ›

Tips for Fluffy Eggs

Don't overcook! Overcooking eggs makes them rubbery. When you remove the Frittata from the oven, it will continue to cook, especially if you are using cast iron, which retains heat well. You do want it to be set and not liquidy, but keep this in mind so you keep the texture perfect.

What kind of pan is best for frittata? ›

Use a cast-iron skillet.

The best choice for making frittatas, cast iron skillets can safely go from stovetop to oven, and they conduct heat well and evenly. Seasoning a cast-iron pan gives it a non-stick quality, so a well-seasoned skillet will result in the easiest slicing & serving.

How do you keep eggs from sticking to muffin tins? ›

Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease a non-stick muffin pan (affiliate link). Alternatively, you can use paper liners or silicone liners to prevent sticking.

What happens if you add too many eggs to muffins? ›

If there isn't enough egg, your batter or dough may not be able to hold its structure or could end up overly dry or dense. On the other hand, if there is too much egg, your baked goods could lose their shape due to excess liquid, or have a rubbery (or even overly cakey) texture depending on the recipe.

How do you keep egg muffins from sticking to muffin pans? ›

Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray the muffin tin generously with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Can you cook eggs in muffin tins? ›

Spray the muffin tins with cooking spray. Gently crack the eggs into the muffin tins and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes until the clear part of the eggs are white and the yolk is still drippy. If you want hard boiled eggs, bake for 20 minutes total.

Can you freeze eggs in a muffin tin? ›

For freezing chicken eggs in individual servings, this is the easiest method. Simply break each one into a muffin tin sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and add a 1/2 pinch of salt into each muffin spot. Whisk gently to combine, then place the muffin tin in the freezer.

Can you leave muffins out overnight to cool? ›

If you'd prefer to put them in a container, you can (once fully cooled) put them into an airtight container and leave at room temperature for up to 24 hours. If muffins are left exposed, the moisture starts to leak from them and they dry out.

How long to hard boil eggs in toaster oven? ›

Fill a bowl with ice water and set aside. Place eggs directly on the toaster-oven rack; if they are parallel to the grate they won't roll around. Don't cook too many at once; leave plenty of room around the eggs. Bake about 25 minutes.

Can you cook raw food in a toaster oven? ›

Raw meat can be cooked in most toaster ovens if they are able to reach high enough temperatures. It is important to make sure that the meat is cooked to the correct internal temperature and that you follow proper food heating guidelines. Steak, for example, should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.

Is it safe to put eggs in the oven? ›

Baked eggs are such a simple, foolproof way to cook eggs and they seriously come out perfect every single time. We like to bake our eggs right in a muffin tin to cook multiple at a time. Best part? They only take 10-15 minutes!

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