These Cinnamon Apple Egg Muffins are a cozy, protein-packed paleo breakfast with a sweet twist. Think of them as a cross between an omelet and a warm apple-cinnamon muffin—without the grains, dairy, or refined sugar. Perfect for meal prep or grab-and-go mornings, they’re naturally sweetened with apples and spiced just right for a satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (plus more for greasing)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-cup muffin tin with coconut oil.
- Sauté the apples: In a small skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add diced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 3–4 minutes, until apples are softened and lightly caramelized.
- Whisk the eggs: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with vanilla, a pinch of salt, and maple syrup or honey if using.
- Combine: Divide the sautéed apples evenly among the muffin cups. Pour egg mixture over the apples, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the egg muffins are set and lightly golden.
- Cool and remove: Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Run a knife around the edges if needed.
- Serve warm or store for later—great with a side of fresh fruit or a dollop of almond butter.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds or warm in the oven at 300°F until heated through.
Substitutions and Variations
- No apple? Use pears or finely chopped peaches for a different fruit spin.
- Add crunch: Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans into each muffin before baking.
- Spice it up: Try pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon and nutmeg for a seasonal twist.
- Make it savory: Skip the vanilla and sweetener, and add cooked bacon or sausage crumbles with herbs.
These muffins bring all the fall flavors to your breakfast plate—sweet, spiced, and packed with protein to power you through the day!
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