Best 6 Muffin Tin Tater Tot Breakfast Cups Recipes

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Calling all breakfast lovers! Start your day with a delightful and convenient meal with our muffin tin tater tot breakfast cups. These individual cups are loaded with flavor and nutrition, making them a perfect grab-and-go option for busy mornings.

With three enticing variations to choose from, there's something for every palate. The classic ham and cheese cups are a timeless combination, while the bacon and egg cups offer a hearty and savory option. For a vegetarian delight, the spinach and feta cups are packed with fresh flavors and colors.

Each recipe is crafted with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Simply layer the ingredients in a muffin tin, pop it in the oven, and let the magic happen.

These tater tot breakfast cups are not only delicious but also customizable to your liking. Feel free to mix and match ingredients, or add your favorite toppings to create unique flavor combinations.

Whether you're a seasoned breakfast enthusiast or looking for a quick and satisfying meal, our muffin tin tater tot breakfast cups are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you wanting more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MUFFIN-TIN TATER TOT™ BREAKFAST CUPS



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Move over blueberry muffins; these savory Tater Tot™ breakfast muffins are taking over. Get your eggs, sausage and potatoes in an adorably portable muffin!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 dozen frozen mini Tater Tots™ potatoes (about 6 cups) from 28-oz bag (144 nuggets)
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup milk
4 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb bulk breakfast sausage
1/2 cup diced onion

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Place foil baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups; spray foil baking cups with cooking spray.
  • Place 6 frozen mini Tater Tots™ in each muffin cup; bake 30 minutes. Remove from oven; cool 5 minutes. Using 2 paper towels, gently press potatoes into cups to create a base for the muffins. Evenly sprinkle cheese over potatoes in each muffin cup.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix milk, eggs and salt; set aside.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned. Cool 2 minutes. Spoon evenly over Tater Tots™ in each muffin cup.
  • Pour egg mixture evenly over sausage mixture.
  • Top each cup with 6 more Tater Tots™; gently press into mixture. Bake 32 to 34 minutes or until mixture is set and Tater Tots™ are browned. Cool 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

AVOCADO-TOMATO BREAKFAST TOT CUPS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the muffin tin
One 32-ounce bag frozen potato nuggets, such as Tater Tots, defrosted
18 slices sharp Cheddar, halved (36 half slices)
2 tablespoons half-and-half
6 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 thin slices Roma tomato
2 avocados, thinly sliced
Sea salt flakes, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Spray a muffin tin liberally with cooking spray. Put 4 or 5 tots into each cup, pressing down firmly to pack them in. Top each with a half slice of Cheddar, then crisscross with another half slice. Bake until crispy, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Whisk the half-and-half and eggs in a bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide the egg mixture among the "tot cups" and top each with another half slice of Cheddar and 1 slice of tomato. Bake until the eggs are firm, another 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then carefully remove from the tin.
  • Top with avocado slices, sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper.

DIY TATER TOTS BREAKFAST MUFFINS



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Easy, tasty, hearty and frugal way to enjoy all of the breakfast favorites, wrapped up into one hearty muffin!

Provided by Cassie from The Thrifty Couple

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup of cooked, crumbled sausage (you need about 6 TBSP).
5 large eggs
½ cup of shredded cheese of choice
18 frozen tater tots
dash of salt and pepper
1 TBSP of milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees
  • Get out a muffin tin and generously spray 6 slots.
  • Put 3 tater tots in each of the 6 slots.
  • Put in the oven at 425 for about 10-15 minutes until they start to get brown and crispy.
  • While this is cooking, defrost or cook and rinse the sausage.
  • Crack the eggs in a bowl and add the milk and a dash of salt and pepper and whisk with a fork to mix well.
  • Once the tater tots are a little browned and crispy, pull them out of the oven and turn the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Begin layering the ingredients. Start by adding about a TBSP of sausage and cheese to each slot.
  • Then add about a TBSP (spoonful) of egg until it is just a little under the top of each slot. The egg goes in last to fill in the "blank spaces
  • Pop this in the oven at 375 for about 15 minutes.
  • Once cooked, there will be no liquid left.
  • Scoop it out with a spoon by running a spoon all around the edges and "scoop" it out onto your serving plate.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

EASY OMELETTE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: tater tots, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, your favorite omelette filling

Provided by Tasty Team

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

36 tater tots, thawed
8 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
your favorite omelette filling, of your choice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Push 3 tater tots in each cup of a non-stick muffin tin.
  • Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Place your favorite omelette fillings in each muffin tin on top of the tater tots.
  • Pour egg mixture into each muffin tin.
  • Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 20 minutes, or until fully cooked!
  • Enjoy!

HAM & TATER TOT EGG A LA MUFFIN TIN



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Have leftovers? Need to cook breakfast, this is a perfect way to solve both problems.

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories     Meat Breakfast

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

15 eggs
8 oz can rotel, drained well
2 c cubed ham, crumbled bacon, or scramble sausage
36-48 c tater tots (3-4 per muffin cup)
1-2 c your favorite cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook tater tots in skillet or oven till done. If using bacon or sausage, cook and crumble. If using ham, cube.
  • 2. Break eggs into bowl, drain rotel and add to whisked eggs. Add half the grated cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • 3. Generously spray 12 large muffin tin cups with non stick spray oil. Place small amount of ham and tater tots in bottom of muffin tins.
  • 4. Using 1/2 c measuring cup, dip egg mix out and pour over tots. Add remaining cheese on top.
  • 5. Bake 400° for 13-15 min. Serve with salsa or jelly. https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/salsa/tomatillo-breakfast-salsa.html
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TATER TOT CUPS WITH CHEESE AND EGGS



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Tater tots in muffin pan with eggs--baked in the oven. A great breakfast for kids. Quick, easy and not messy. There is no salt since the potatoes are seasoned. Some like to put A-1 sauce on their potatoes.

Provided by Montana Heart Song

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 12 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

50 -60 tater tots (1 large package in frozen foods section)
12 eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375°F.
  • Let the tater tots you are using to set out for a few minutes to soften so you can squish them.
  • Grease 12-cup muffin pan with vegetable oil.
  • Take 4 or 5 tots place in each cup.
  • Mash with pestle or back of spoon to line the bottom and sides of each cup.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of cheddar cheese.
  • Press down in bottom of the cup with spoon.
  • Place in oven and cook 5 minutes.
  • Take out of the oven and break an egg in each cup.
  • Bake 15 minutes until white and yolk are set. It could be 20 minutes.
  • Check frequently.
  • If you want the yolk to be basted, spoon a little water on top of each yolk.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Use a heat resistant rubber spatula to loosen edges and bottom of each tater tot cup.
  • Serve on serving platter.

Tips:

  • Use pre-shredded hash browns if you're short on time. Just be sure to squeeze out as much of the excess moisture as possible.
  • Add your favorite seasonings to the hash browns before cooking. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options.
  • Don't overcook the hash browns. They should be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • If you don't have muffin tins, you can use a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Be creative with your fillings. You can use anything from eggs and cheese to bacon and vegetables.
  • Serve the breakfast cups immediately after they're cooked. They're best when they're hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Muffin tin tater tot breakfast cups are a quick and easy way to start your day. They're also a great way to use up leftover hash browns. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a delicious and convenient breakfast option, give these breakfast cups a try.

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