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An easy keto breakfast idea to make your life easier on busy days. Try these 3-ingredient low carb bacon egg muffins for a quick low carb meal on the go!
Low Carb Bacon Egg Muffins
The holiday season is always the busiest time of the year for me. It can really be overwhelming. That’s why I’m always looking for ways to cut down my time on food prep with quick low carb recipes like my sausage egg casserole.
I often pre-make meals ahead on the weekend to free up time during the week. Since I leave super early in the morning for work, breakfast is a meal I have little time for.
These low carb bacon egg muffins are something I have been making for years. They are perfect to make ahead and take along to work each morning. And they are one of the easiest grab and go breakfast ideas!
Not only do these save me time during the week, they are really simple to whip up on the weekends. And, they only require three basic ingredients!
How to make keto egg muffins with bacon
Breakfast egg muffins are a cinch to make! And they are low carb, keto-friendly, and gluten free. And each one is only 1g of carb. So this recipe should be included on your list of keto breakfast ideas!
Even if you add in some veggies, the muffins should still be well under 5 grams of net carbs. First, you’ll want to pre-cook the bacon so it’s fully cooked without overcooking the eggs.
Baking bacon is the best method to use because the strips keep their shape and you don’t have to watch over the stove top. For these bacon egg muffins, I place the bacon strips on racks over baking pans. Then they are baked at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
The bacon is removed before it gets crisp and then the oven is reduced to a temperature of 350°F. Each slice of bacon is then wrapped along the sides of each cup in a muffin pan. Since the recipe makes 12 muffins cups, you’ll need a 12 cup pan.
I use one egg per muffin so to make a dozen of these keto egg muffins, you’ll need a whole carton of eggs. You could bake the eggs whole if you’d like, but I prefer beating them up first for more of a low carb frittata muffin. And then I add in some salt and pepper along with some grated cheddar cheese. Sometimes, I’ll add in a little chopped green onions too.
Because of the bacon grease, the muffin cups shouldn’t need to be sprayed. But if needed, some non stick cooking spray can be used before the egg mixture is added.
Can you freeze bacon and egg muffins?
You can make these low carb breakfast muffins in advanced and store them in the refrigerator or freezer. Then, you’ll just need to reheat them in the microwave before serving. Or you can reheat them in a low temperature oven if serving a lot at once.
These bacon wrapped egg cups are one of my essential recipes when I’m doing keto meal prep. I like to keep a batch in the freezer for an easy way to have breakfast ready fast so I can get out of the kitchen quickly. And they are super portable to throw in a cooler bag or eat on the way to work.
Making a large batch for a crowd
The recipe makes one dozen low carb egg muffins wrapped in bacon. But, you can easily double or triple the recipe depending on the number of servings you need.
You’ll just need to make sure you have enough muffin tins to bake them in. And, you’ll need to fit them all in your oven. My oven easily fits three muffin tin pans.
These low carb bacon egg cups are perfect to prepare in advance when you have overnight guests or family. That way you can spend more time with them in the morning instead of making breakfast.
Having breakfast already prepared will save you tons of time. And, you’ll be able to sleep in longer because your first meal is ready to go!
Even if you guests aren’t following the low carb way of eating, they will appreciate these tasty bacon egg muffins. Eggs with cheese and bacon are always a welcomed way to start the day.
If you decide to make these up fresh in the morning, the preparation does go quick. There’s also no standing at the stove as everything is baked in the oven.
Other Recipes to Try
Like most people that live a low carb lifestyle, I go through a lot of bacon. So I like to keep a stash of nitrate-free and sugar-free bacon in the freezer. These low carb egg muffins are just one of the many recipes I like to make.
Need a few more low carb recipe ideas for breakfast using the bacon? Check out some of my other favorites:
- Broccoli Bacon Egg Casserole
- Bacon Egg and Cheese Muffins
- Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
- Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders
- Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Kitchen Tools Used
To make these simple bacon and cheese egg muffins, I used the following kitchen tools:
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Low Carb Bacon Egg Muffins (Keto)
Ingredients
- 12 slices bacon
- 12 large eggs
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese grated
Instructions
- Place bacon on wire racks over a rimmed baking pan.
- Bake bacon in 400°F oven for 10-12 minutes. Bacon should be taken out before getting crisp.
- Spray muffin tins with non-stick spray if needed. Line each tin with bacon.
- Whisk eggs in medium mixing bowl. Stir in grated cheese.
- Divide egg mixture between muffin tins.
- Bake for about 25 minutes at 350°F or until eggs are set.
- Remove muffins from tins. Serve warm.
Notes
- Chopped Broccoli
- Wilted Spinach
- Chopped Asparagus
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
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Post updated in March 2019. Originally published in November 2016.
Lisa MarcAurele has been creating keto friendly recipes since 2010. She enjoys experimenting in the kitchen to create low sugar foods that taste like high carb favorites!
Linda says
Can I reheat them in an airfryer out of the freezer
Lisa MarcAurele says
The muffins can be reheated in an air fryer too.
Carol Paez says
How long will they keep in refrigerator. If frozen, any special thawing, reheating instructions?
Lisa MarcAurele says
They are fine for at least a week in the fridge. I freeze for up to 3 months and thaw before using. To reheat, I put it in a toaster oven.
Eye says
My calorie take on this recipe came out to be 340 and 26grams of protein and 26 grams of fat and 1 carb for 2 muffins. I used oscar mayers natural smoke uncured bacon(2slices is 1serving for 90cals) and simple truth large brown eggs (2eggs 70cal each) and kroger mild shredded cheddar cheese(.25 cup is 110 cals)…not sure why my 2 muffins is close to your 1muffin call count
Lisa MarcAurele says
Calculations can vary based on the specific product used.
Megan says
Could you substitute eggs whites and use turkey bacon for fewer calories?
Lisa MarcAurele says
Absolutely! I don’t see any reason why you couldn’t.
Jacqueline Doty says
I have not tried making these yet, but definitely will. However I was wondering if you could use Chicken bacon instead of pork bacon for lesser calorie outcome?
Lisa MarcAurele says
I don’t see why not.
Toni Leggate says
Oh my! Wonderful recipe, thank you so much. My UK standard size muffin moulds must be smaller than USA tins! I got 16 from the mix so 4 didn’t have bacon but still taste wonderful. Also I have UK XL eggs, probably larger than USA eggs. A few overflowed so I will aim for 18 (all with bacon) next time. I have 2 at a time and because of the missing balance of bacon the nutrition is different with this first batch and should be ok when the extra bacon & cheese is added in. I will get 9 portions from my slightly smaller muffins. Happy days… Oh! I added some Greek seasoning – yum.
Barbara Gray says
Thank you Lisa these look good would be convient.
Lisa MarcAurele says
Hope you have time to give these bacon egg muffins a try!
Sarah Ann Bendickson says
Lovely Idea, My Husband and I are going try this today or tomorrow they Look Yummy ! they refrigerate Well ???
Lisa MarcAurele says
They can be refrigerated or frozen.
Becky says
I used sausage that I pre-cooked and added salt and pepper to the raw mixture. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! And SO easy to make with the added bonus of very little clean-up. Will definitely try again.
Lisa MarcAurele says
Yum! The addition of sausage sounds great.
karson says
is the 301 cal. for all 12
Lisa says
Just one.
Betta says
That’s a lot of calories for one one does one fill you up??
Lisa MarcAurele says
It does. The high fat keeps you full for a while.
Tracy says
What is the best way to store these after making them and reheating for a meal on the go?
Lisa says
I just put them in the fridge, but they can likely be frozen for longer storage.
Nicole says
Are you using full size muffin tins or the minis?
Lisa says
I use full size tins.
Fannie says
Yum! Thank you for sharing. Only adjustment I’ll need …is to make these in big muffin tins. I have very hungry teenage boys!
Lisa says
You’re welcome!
Erica says
Hi, is one serving = one muffin?
Lisa says
The data is for a single muffin.
Bette Baniul says
Love these and they are so easy to make. I make them once a week so there is enough for family to take to work.
Lisa says
They are a regular at my house too!
Susan says
I’ll be trying these for sure!!!
Lisa says
Enjoy!
Kim J says
Looks so good! I love your recipes. Thank you!!
Lisa says
Thanks Kim!
Rachel says
Yummy!
Lisa says
🙂
Margaret says
These are great and they don’t freeze to bad either.
Lisa says
Agree!
Jenn Childers says
Love this recipe and tryting it today!
Maria (Margaret Merland on FB) says
I will be making these tomorrow! So simple, and handy! Thank you.
Lisa says
Enjoy!
Kim Ruffino jacobson says
These look awesome! I love egg cups anytime. Thanks!
Lisa says
Enjoy them!
mami2jcn says
Bacon makes everything better!
Lisa says
I couldn’t agree more!
CJ Holt says
Yum, I love good clean bacon!
Lisa says
It’s one of the best bacon brands I’ve tried!
Lisa Lacy says
Yummm!!! I’m going to make these. Hopefully it’ll help us get out of the house quicker in the mornings.
Lisa says
They have certainly helped me save money on breakfast at work as I don’t have to visit the cafeteria.