Ahh, Egg McMuffins. I like how they aren't as greasy as biscuits or croissants, so I am often tempted to get one. Until now. These DIY Egg McMuffins are so much healthier and fresher, and even better, CONVENIENT! You don't even have to get in your car. With make ahead eggs, you can't beat them.
Step 1: Grease a muffin tin and crack the desired number of eggs in each cup. If you don't like eating a whole yolk, break it up a little with a fork. Season with salt and pepper (and anything else you like - herbs, etc.).
Step 2: Bake eggs at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, according to how done you like your yolks. I did mine for 18 minutes and the yolks were very much done. I think next time I will do them a little less. The eggs slide right out of the pan.
Easy peasy, right?
Step 3: Assemble your muffin. I use whole wheat muffins, split in half and put one egg on each. That way I get twice the protein with only one muffin for carbs. You can add cheese, meat, whatever you like. Toast on foil so the cheese doesn't melt down into your toaster oven.
Enjoy!!
What to do with those leftover eggs? I keep mine in the fridge for quick breakfasts on the go, or you could even freeze them. Just thaw in the fridge the night before. If you like, you could even assemble the entire breakfast sandwich and freeze individually. My kids love the eggs because they love boiled eggs and these taste just like them. We also love them on salads. The possibilities are endless.
Nutrition Comparison:
Egg McMuffin (no meat) vs DIY Egg McMuffin (one egg on whole wheat English Muffin with 0.3 oz cheddar cheese):
Calories: 280 vs. 224
Calories from Fat: 108 (39%) vs. 79.2 (35%)
Total Fat: 12 g (Sat Fat: 4.5 g) vs. 8.8 g (Sat Fat: 3.8 g)
Cholesterol: 225 mg vs. 219.9 mg
Sodium: 640 mg vs. 342.7 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 29 g (Dietary Fiber: 2 g) vs. 23.7 g (Dietary Fiber: 3 g)
Cost Comparison:
Egg McMuffin (no meat): $2
DIY Egg McMuffin (no meat): $0.75
*Muffin: $0.50 (buy them on sale and get them for $0.25!)
*Egg: $0.17 (organic free range would be $0.29)
*Cheese: $0.08
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