Sweet Potato Egg Muffin Recipe

Sweet potato egg cups are an easy, fun breakfast idea perfect for kids. These kid-friendly egg frittatas are packed with sweet potatoes, spinach, and cheese - the perfect combo! 

Sweet potato egg cups are an easy, fun breakfast idea for kids. These kid-friendly mini egg frittatas are packed with sweet potatoes, spinach, and cheese.Gluten-free.

If you’re looking for a simple yet tasty breakfast that’s packed with nutrition, you’ve gotta try these sweet potato egg cups. They are so good, kids don’t even realize they are eating spinach at breakfast! Crazy right?!

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These sweet potato breakfast muffins are such a fun way to encourage kids to get more vegetables. Looking for even more recipes that incorporate veggies? Check out Baked Veggie Nuggets, Veggie Mac and Cheese Recipe, and Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast.

Get started by gathering the equipment and ingredients and then following the step-by-step instructions. A printable recipe card is available below for kids to follow along!

Pro Tip: Check the label on shredded cheese to ensure it is gluten-free as some brands include gluten containing ingredients such as flour to prevent clumping.

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Shred the sweet potatoes using a cheese shredder or by pressing through the shredding blade of a food processor. If you want to save on time, purchasing pre-shredded sweet potatoes in the produce section at your grocery store is a great option.

In a mixing bowl with a spout, whisk eggs, milk, and spices. Then, pour the egg mixture on top of baked sweet potatoes, spinach, and cheese in the muffin tin.

Yes, as the eggs cook, steam will fill the inside of the muffin as part of the cooking process. As the eggs cool, the steam is released resulting in a deflated top.

Gluten Free Sweet Potato Egg Muffins

Egg cups can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. If freezing, place a Printable Freezer Meal Label on the outside of your plastic bag or container as an easy way to keep track of the use by date.

You can easily change these egg cups into a delicious frittata recipe for kids by baking the egg mixture in a pie pan or baking pan rather than a muffin tin.

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

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The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

Sweet potato egg cups are an easy, fun breakfast idea perfect for kids. These kid-friendly egg frittatas are packed with sweet potatoes, spinach, and cheese – the perfect combo!

Calories: 207 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 14 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 5 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 288 mg | Sodium: 383 mg | Potassium: 303 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 3 g | Vitamin A: 6159 IU | Vitamin C: 2 mg | Calcium: 186 mg | Iron: 2 mg

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Sweet Potato Breakfast Muffins (sugar Free, Gluten Free)

A healthier version of eggs in a nest made with grated sweet potatoes seasoned with thyme, salt, and pepper and mixed with pecorino, which adds a sharp sweetness to the potatoes. The potatoes bake in a muffin tin and then are topped with an egg and baked a little longer. When done, sprinkle with more pecorino and enjoy! For more sweet potato recipes, try this Turkey and Sweet Potato Frittata or these Skillet Sweet Potato Chicken Hash with Eggs. And if you want more egg muffin recipes, these Loaded Egg Muffins are perfect.

To shave off some prep time, use the grater attachment on your food processor to prepare the sweet potatoes. Plus, the machine makes nice long shreds, which are perfect for the potato cups. This recipe bakes in under 25 minutes, depending on how you like your eggs. After you crack an egg in each cup, bake for 12 minutes if you want runny yolks or 14 for a slightly harder yolk.

Sweet potatoes are a very healthy breakfast option. They’re high in vitamins A and C and minerals like potassium and calcium. Their high fiber content paired with the protein from the egg and cheese will keep you full throughout the day.

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These sweet potato and egg cups are great to bake at the beginning of the week and pull out as needed for breakfast. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week. To reheat, microwave for 30 to 60 seconds until warm.

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Serving: 1 egg cup , Calories: 132 kcal , Carbohydrates: 10 g , Protein: 8 g , Fat: 6.5 g , Saturated Fat: 2.5 g , Cholesterol: 190.5 mg , Sodium: 207 mg , Fiber: 1 g , Sugar: 2 gSweet Potato and Spinach Egg Muffins are the perfect mini frittatas that are easy to make, packed with nutrition, and can be kept in the fridge or freezer for a meal on the go.

Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe

Egg Muffins with sweet potatoes and spinach that are portable, packed with protein, and delicious for a quick breakfast or snack. These are in constant rotation in our home and a favorite for breakfast.

I am always on the lookout for delicious breakfast recipes, especially the kind I can make on Sunday and then enjoy throughout the week. So when a fantastic reader (thanks Amy!) sent me a recipe idea for a Savory Egg and Sweet Potato Dish from Better Homes and Garden, I couldn’t wait to get to work making it lower calorie and portable for breakfasts on the go.

The resulting Sweet Potato and Spinach muffins are the perfect fall breakfast treat. With only 130 calories and 12 grams of protein for two muffins, they also make a great snack or lunch paired with a warm soup or hearty salad. Honestly, these are just as good for breakfast as they are for a quick lunch. The sweet potatoes also add this heartiness and sweetness that couldn't be more delicious.

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Also in case you are wondering, this is an older recipe from 2016, that I am sharing again. I updated the photos and tweaked the recipe slightly to make the muffins even more delicious, adding more sweet potato to make the muffins more filling.

There are so many ways to customize these muffins to suit your personal tastes and just utilize what you have on hand. I wanted to share some ideas for making variations of these muffins.

Frozen vegetables are a great option for egg muffins. Always start by defrosting the vegetables and/or cooking them slightly so they are tender. Depending on the vegetable, they may need to be cooked more or less. Always remove any extra moisture from the vegetables before adding them to eggs. This is especially important when using frozen spinach.

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You can also freeze egg muffins. Start by letting them cool completely. Then wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. You can also let them defrost overnight in the fridge.

Let cool for 2 minutes and then mix into eggs. Pour into muffin tin and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2, 000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Hi, I’m the cookbook author, recipe developer, and food enthusiast behind Slender Kitchen. I am obsessed with making healthy food that is easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Meal planning is my secret weapon and I hope I can make meal time easier for you with our tried and tested recipes and foolproof meal plans.Learn MoreWe’re taking baked eggs to the next level with these Sweet Potato Hash Egg Muffin Cups! These little cups of heaven are made with a homemade sweet potato hash, an egg, and salt and pepper, to taste!

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