Breakfast Egg Nests
Wake up to the perfect balance of comfort and creativity with these irresistible Breakfast Egg Nests! Made with crispy, golden hash browns, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and baked eggs nestled at the center, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an eye-catching, bite-sized breakfast treat. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off bake time, these portable breakfast cups are perfect for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or meal prep. The combination of savory seasonings and optional fresh parsley garnish adds a burst of flavor and freshness to every bite. Whether you’re catering to a family breakfast or hosting a weekend crowd, these hash brown egg nests are guaranteed to impress and satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded hash browns
- 6 large Eggs
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded hash browns, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until evenly mixed.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the hash brown mixture into each muffin cup. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to press the mixture down and up the sides, forming small nests.
Bake the hash brown nests in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they start to turn golden and crisp around the edges.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and carefully crack one egg into each hash brown nest. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top of each egg.
Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny. If you prefer firmer yolks, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Once done, remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the egg nests to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes. Use a small spatula or knife to gently loosen the nests from the tin.
Garnish each egg nest with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 649 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 383 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
