Ranch Bacon Breakfast Egg Bites (Printable Version)

Protein-packed egg muffins with cheddar, bacon, and ranch — perfect for busy mornings or meal prep.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Eggs and Dairy

01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Bacon

04 - 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (about 1/2 cup)

→ Seasonings

05 - 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with silicone muffin liners.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
03 - Stir in the ranch seasoning, black pepper, salt, and shredded cheddar cheese.
04 - Fold in the crumbled bacon and chives or green onions if using.
05 - Evenly divide the mixture among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set in the center and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They taste like a diner breakfast but take less time than scrambling eggs on a busy morning.
  • You can eat them cold straight from the fridge or warmed up, and they still taste incredible.
  • One batch gives you nearly two weeks worth of breakfasts if you freeze half.
  • The ranch seasoning adds a tangy, herby punch that makes plain eggs feel gourmet.
02 -
  • Don't skip greasing the pan even if it's nonstick, or you'll be scraping egg bits out of the tin for ten minutes.
  • If your ranch mix is old or clumpy, sift it first so it blends smoothly and doesn't leave gritty pockets.
  • Let the bacon cool slightly before crumbling or the fat will make the egg mixture greasy and hard to portion evenly.
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop or measuring cup to portion the egg mixture evenly so all twelve bites bake at the same rate.
  • If you want extra crispy edges, brush the top of each bite with melted butter halfway through baking.
  • Let the egg mixture sit for a minute after mixing so the ranch seasoning fully hydrates and distributes its flavor.
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