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Freshly baked Denver egg muffins filled with ham, diced bell peppers, onions, and melted cheddar cheese cooling in a muffin tin set on a wire cooling rack. The golden egg muffins have lightly browned tops with colorful vegetables visible throughout. There is a red and white checkered kitchen towl just beside the muffin tin and a ceramic bowl filled with a dozen cracked egg shells is next the the warm muffin tin for a decorative effect.

If you’ve ever enjoyed a Denver omelette at your favorite old-school diner, then you already know why it’s a classic. The flavorful combination of fluffy eggs, smoky ham, sweet bell peppers, earthy green onions, and melty cheddar cheese is always something to look forward to.

Denver egg scrambles or omelettes have been items I’ve cooked up many times through the years for our big weekend breakfasts, but lately Denver Omelette Egg Muffins have been my go-to recipe when we’re craving those hearty flavors for our morning meal!

Denver omelette egg muffins filled with diced ham, red and green bell peppers, onions, and melted cheddar cheese, arranged on a rectangular white plate. The fluffy, protein-packed egg muffins have lightly browned tops with colorful vegetables peeking through, making for a hearty and inviting make-ahead breakfast.

Baking up a delicious dozen of these Denver egg muffins is way better than slaving over a hot skillet some days, (most notably all the days between July and October!) and of course, I’ll always appreciate being able to call breakfast done for a couple of days.

Around here mornings can get pretty busy, especially once the school year starts up again. Between feeding all of my pets, dealing with a not-so-morning-person teenager, watering my plants, and trying to remember where I set my coffee cup down for the third time, having protein-packed breakfast waiting for us in the fridge can feel like winning the lottery.

Just slow down a minute, warm one or two cheesy egg muffins up in the microwave, pour a glass of orange juice or another cup of coffee (that hopefully you will keep track of!), and enjoy an effortless, tasty breakfast that will stick to your ribs, but not make a sink load of dishes.

Now, that’s just good planning, if you ask me…but by that time of the morning I probably can’t find my reading glasses. 🤓

A single Denver egg omelet is on a small white ceramic plate. The egg muffin in cut in half exposing a fluffy egg muffin with melted cheese, bits of smoky ham, green onion and bell pepper visible throughout the savory western-style egg muffin. A red and white checkered tea towel is just beside the platter and plate with egg muffins, and a bottle of Crystal Louisiana hot sauce is next to the plates for serving.

These flavorful Denver omelette egg muffins are so simple to make, and amazingly convenient as a savory grab and go breakfast option. They’re also a great choice for lunch boxes, protein-packed afternoon snacks, or even a light dinner when paired up with fresh fruit and crisp green salad.

Whatever time of day you serve them, I hope they become an instant family favorite!

Have a wonderful week, friends!

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Denver Omelette Egg Muffins

Recipe by Marcelle at A Little Fish in the Kitchen

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These Denver Omelette Egg Muffins are packed with ham, bell peppers, onions, and cheddar cheese for a protein-rich, make-ahead breakfast that’s easy, super delicious! These easy egg muffins are perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or a light lunch or dinner!

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings: 6

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Prep time

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Cooking time

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Ingredients

1 dozen large eggs
1/3 cup milk or 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream or half and half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup finely diced smoked ham
3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
4 green onions, finely sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar, American or Colby jack cheese

Directions

Generously grease a standard 12-cavity muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or butter (*see notes below) and set it aside. Preheat the oven to 375°.
In a large mixing bowl, beat one dozen eggs until smooth, and mix in the milk or cream. Fold in the ham, veggies, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Fill muffins cups evenly using a ladle or and ice cream scooper. You will use all of the egg mixture to make one dozen egg muffins. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese evenly over the tops.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the egg cups appear firm in the center and done. Allow the egg muffins to cool on a rack for 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with salsa and sour cream, if desired.
Enjoy with a glass of orange juice or a cup of coffee or tea!

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Notes

*I use this very silicone-coated standard muffin pan for recipes like this, I’ve linked it for you. It’s a game changer, and I use this item weekly in my kitchen. You can check it out here: https://amzn.to/4eUdbxi
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