Looking for a perfect breakfast that’s both delicious and carnivore friendly? These bacon breakfast muffins are exactly what you need for your morning meal.
I created this recipe when I needed something I could make ahead for busy mornings. These muffins stay fresh in the fridge for several days, and they taste just as good when reheated.
Plus, they’re perfect for meal prep – you can make a batch on Sunday and have breakfast ready for the whole week.
You can eat them hot or cold, at home or on the go. They’re filling enough to keep you satisfied until lunch, but not so heavy that they’ll weigh you down.
The best part about this recipe is how simple it is to make. You don’t need any special cooking skills or hard to find ingredients. With just eggs, cheese, and bacon, you can create something that looks and tastes like it came from a fancy breakfast place.
And unlike regular muffins, these are completely grain free and perfect for anyone following a carnivore diet.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect Meal Prep: These muffins are ideal for busy people who want to prepare their breakfast ahead of time.
You can make a batch on Sunday evening, store them in the fridge, and have breakfast ready for the entire week. No more rushing in the morning or skipping breakfast because you don’t have time to cook!
Quick Clean Up: The recipe uses minimal dishes and tools, which means less time cleaning up. One mixing bowl, one muffin tin, and maybe a whisk is all you’ll need to wash afterward.
Budget Friendly: Compared to many carnivore recipes that require expensive cuts of meat, these muffins use basic ingredients that won’t break the bank.
Eggs and bacon are some of the more affordable products, and you don’t need a lot of either to make a satisfying batch of muffins.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 5 Eggs
- 4 oz (110g) Shredded Cheese (I recommend this cheese blend – amazon)
- 6 slices Bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 1 pinch of Salt
You will also need: cupcake baking pan (highly recommend using this one – amazon link)
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Beat 5 eggs in a bowl until smooth.
Step 3
Add the shredded cheese into the mixing bowl. Fold it into the eggs, add salt, and then mix again.
Step 4
Fill the cupcake baking pan (6 slots) with the egg-cheese mixture, – leave about 1/4 inch space at the top. Sprinkle the crumbled crispy bacon evenly over each muffin.
Step 5
Bake for 18-20 minutes, then broil for about a minute to get a golden top and ensure the bacon is extra crispy.
Step 6
Let them cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Room Temperature Eggs
Take your eggs out of the fridge 30 minutes before you start cooking. Room temperature eggs create a fluffier texture and mix more evenly with the cheese.
If you forget to take them out early, put them in a bowl of warm (not hot) water for 5 minutes.
When you beat the eggs, beat them until you see lots of tiny bubbles – this helps create that light, fluffy texture we’re looking for. Cold eggs straight from the fridge tend to make denser, heavier muffins.
2. The Cooling Step
These muffins need that full 30 minute cooling time. They’re still cooking slightly from residual heat, and this time allows them to set properly.
If you try to remove them too soon, they might fall apart or stick to the pan. They’ll also be easier to remove from the pan once they’ve cooled and contracted slightly. Place the muffin tin on a wire rack for even cooling.
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FAQ
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, you can easily double or triple this recipe. Just make sure you have enough muffin tins. The ingredients double perfectly – use 10 eggs, 8 oz cheese, and 12 slices of bacon. The cooking time stays the same even when you’re making more.
If you’re baking multiple tins at once, rotate their positions in the oven halfway through baking for even cooking.
Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, you can use any hard cheese that melts well. Cheddar, mozzarella, provolone, or a mix of these work great.
Carnivore Bacon Breakfast Muffins
Print Recipe- cupcake baking pan (highly recommend using this one – amazon link)
Ingredients
- 5 Eggs
- 4 oz 110g Shredded Cheese (I recommend this cheese blend – amazon)
- 6 slices Bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 1 pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Beat 5 eggs in a bowl until smooth.
- Add the shredded cheese into the mixing bowl. Fold it into the eggs, add salt, and then mix again.
- Fill the cupcake baking pan (6 slots) with the egg-cheese mixture, – leave about 1/4 inch space at the top. Sprinkle the crumbled crispy bacon evenly over each muffin.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, then broil for about a minute to get a golden top and ensure the bacon is extra crispy.
- Let them cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!