Ranch Bacon Breakfast Egg Bites (Printable)

Savory egg muffins with cheddar, bacon, and ranch seasoning perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.

# What you'll need:

→ Eggs

01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Bacon

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

→ Flavorings

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

→ Fresh Additions

08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions, optional

# Method:

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 eggs and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
03 - Stir in ranch seasoning, black pepper, salt if using, and shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
04 - Fold in crumbled bacon and fresh chives or green onions if using.
05 - Evenly distribute mixture among prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until centers are set and tops are lightly golden.
07 - Remove from oven and cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're genuinely grab-and-go, no guilt involved, just protein and flavor you can eat standing up.
  • One batch covers breakfast for days, which means you'll actually stick with it instead of abandoning the plan by Thursday.
  • The ranch-bacon combination hits that savory note your brain craves in the morning without needing bread or carbs.
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that overfilling the cups leads to puffy overflow disasters and unevenly baked bites—the 3/4 full guideline exists for a reason.
  • Pulling them out when they still jiggle slightly in the center is terrifying but necessary; they set up as they cool and stay tender instead of becoming bouncy and overcooked.
03 -
  • Use an ice cream scoop to divide the mixture perfectly evenly—it looks more professional and ensures consistent cooking times across all twelve bites.
  • If your ranch mix is particularly salty, start with half and taste before adding more; you can always add seasoning but you can't take it back.
Return