These easy and delicious muffin tin breakfast recipes are the answer when you’re running short on time. From egg bites to mini muffins, these portable breakfasts are perfect for grab-and-go mornings.
23 Muffin Tin Breakfast Recipes for Busy Mornings
Updated on May 30, 2025
1/23
Breakfast Biscuit Cups
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The first time I made these cups, my husband and his assistant coach came into the kitchen right as I pulled the pan from the oven. They devoured the biscuits! —Debra Carlson, Columbus Junction, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit cup: 303 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
2/23
Egg Muffins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
After enjoying scrambled egg muffins at a local restaurant, I came up with this breakfast egg muffins recipe that my husband likes even better. They're pretty, hearty and fun to serve, too. —Cathy Larkins, Marshfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 140 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
3/23
Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this muffin-tin breakfast one year at Christmas as a way to save time, and they were a big hit. I have to make a large batch because my husband and boys can polish them off in a short amount of time. These also freeze very well, if there are any left! —Jill Darin, Geneseo, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg cup: 88 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 190mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat.
4/23
Make-Ahead Eggs Benedict Toast Cups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was growing up, we had a family tradition of having eggs Benedict with champagne and orange juice for our Christmas breakfast. But now that I’m cooking, a fussy breakfast isn’t my style. I wanted to come up with a dish I could make ahead that would mimic the flavors of traditional eggs Benedict and would also freeze well. —Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 toast cup: 199 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
5/23
Doughnut Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Back when my children were youngsters, they loved these doughnut muffins as after-school treats or with Sunday brunch. —Sharon Pullen, Alvinston, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 288 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
6/23
Coastal Carolina Muffin-Tin Frittatas
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Incorporating the flavors of a low country South Carolina crab boil, these tasty frittatas are easy to make and fun to eat. If you have leftover cooked potatoes (roasted or boiled), try dicing them and substituting them for the refrigerated shredded potatoes in this muffin-tin breakfast recipe. —Shannon Kohn, Summerville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 frittata: 223 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
7/23
Hash Brown Quiche Cups
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Quiche cups are my showstopper dish. Hash browns and Asiago cheese make up the crusts. Eggs, spinach and bacon do the rest. —Nicole Stone, Gilbertville, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2 mini quiches: 180 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 205mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 starch.
8/23
Bacon ‘n’ Egg Bundles
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a fun bacon and eggs recipe! It can easily be doubled for a larger group. Make sure to use high-quality bacon so it doesn't fall apart in the muffin tin. —Edith Landinger, Longview, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 bundle: 311 calories, 28g fat (9g saturated fat), 225mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 13g protein.
9/23
BLT Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These muffins prove that the classic combo of bacon, lettuce and tomato is good for so much more than a sandwich. They're winners at both breakfast and dinner. —Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 185 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 385mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
10/23
Bacon Quiche Tarts
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Flavored with vegetables, cheese and bacon, these memorable morsels are bound to be winners at any brunch. The tarts are impressive but also quite easy to make. For garnish, sprinkle on some chopped green onion.
—Kendra Schertz, Nappanee, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 tart: 258 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 409mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
11/23
Hash Brown Nests with Portobellos and Eggs
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Hash browns make a fabulous crust for these individual egg quiches, which look fancy yet are actually easy to make. They've been a hit at holiday brunches and other special occasions.—Kate Meyer, Brentwood, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 105 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
12/23
Pigs in a Pool
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My kids love sausages and pancakes but making them during the week was out of the question. I bought the frozen variety on a stick but wasn't keen on the calories, additives or price. This version of pigs-in-a-blanket is a tasty, thrifty alternative. —Lisa Dodd, Greenville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
4 mini muffins: 234 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 560mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
13/23
Mini Frittatas
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a fun change-of-pace breakfast, try these sausage and hash brown frittatas perked up with salsa. To lower the dish’s cholesterol even more, use egg substitute instead of the whole eggs. —Kathy Brodin, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3 each: 225 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 903mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
14/23
Cheesy Egg Puffs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My father loves to entertain, and these buttery egg delights are one of his favorite items to serve at brunch. The leftovers are perfect to reheat in the microwave on busy mornings, so Dad always stashes a few aside for me to take home once the party is over. —Amy Soto, Winfield, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 puffs: 275 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 486mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein.
15/23
Zucchini Muffins
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 muffins
From the Recipe Creator:
These yummy zucchini, currant and walnut muffins are an excellent and tasty way to use up surplus zucchini from your garden. —Peg Gausz, Watchung, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 318 calories, 16g fat (1g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
16/23
Sausage Muffins
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My muffins are a frequent request from everyone in the family. I usually make them on Sunday nights, so when we're running late on weekday mornings, the kids can grab these to eat on the bus. —Irene Wayman, Grantsville, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 238 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
17/23
Broccoli Quiche Cups
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Make this crustless quiche in muffin cups or in a regular-size pie tin. Either way, there's plenty of bacon-y, cheesy goodness to go around. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 quiche cups: 291 calories, 24g fat (12g saturated fat), 243mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein.
18/23
Ham Muffinwiches
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I concocted this fun muffin-tin breakfast recipe when looking for something to pack for lunch. I had leftover ham but no bread, so I got creative with cornbread mix. They freeze well and are handy for an on-the-go breakfast or lunch. —Jenny Wiebe, Villa Hills, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
2 muffins: 186 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
19/23
Meal in a Muffin Pan
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This meal-in-a-pan breakfast is ideal for busy weekday mornings. I just add fresh fruit and beverages. —Michelle Plumb, Montrose, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg cup and 1 corn mufin: 377 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 243mg cholesterol, 717mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
20/23
Ham & Gruyere Mini Quiches
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 mini quiches
From the Recipe Creator:
When you make this in muffin cups, each person gets a quiche. I have also doubled the recipe and used jumbo muffin cups; bake about 10 minutes longer. —Gena Stout, Ravenden, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini quiche: 144 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein.
21/23
Strawberry Muffins
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Sunday suppers were always a little sweeter when my Nana served us these special spring muffins. Take them to a whole new level by topping them with toasted walnuts. —Becky Kummery, Quakertown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 149 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
22/23
Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These are quick, easy and delicious. I make them ahead for easy breakfasts. You can swap in Gruyere for the Swiss cheese and use ham instead of the bacon or add in small-cut veggies. I like to also bake these in small Mason jars for a fun single-portion presentation. Serve with avocado slices and fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast. —Maria Morelli, West Kelowna, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg bite: 143 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 311mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein.
23/23
Bacon Egg Cups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This breakfast dish is a fresh take on the classic bacon-and-eggs combo. Make sure to use ovenproof bowls when baking! —Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 380 calories, 28g fat (14g saturated fat), 486mg cholesterol, 521mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein.
Muffin Tin Breakfast Recipes FAQ
What portable breakfast ideas can be made in a muffin tin?
Muffin tins are perfect for creating portable breakfasts like mini muffin recipes, egg muffins, frittata bites, mini pancake stacks and baked oatmeal cups. These grab-and-go breakfasts are easy to customize with seasonal ingredients or pantry staples. You can enjoy them on their own or pair them with other make-ahead breakfast ideas for a larger morning meal.
Can you use muffin tin recipes to meal prep breakfast for the week?
Yes, muffin tin breakfast recipes are excellent for weekly meal prep. Once baked, store egg cups, mini quiches and oat muffins in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to four days. For muffin tin pastries, add a paper towel or a slice of bread to help keep your baked goods fresh for longer. If you’re prepping far ahead, let your muffins cool completely, then freeze muffins in a single layer. Once fully frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to three months.
How do I reheat my muffin tray meals?
To reheat muffin tray meals, place them in a preheated 325° F oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until heated through. The oven is the best method for maintaining the correct texture, but the microwave also works in a pinch. Wrap your muffin in a damp paper towel to keep moisture in, and reheat individual portions for 30 to 60 seconds.
