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Savory Breakfast Muffins

Savory Breakfast Muffins You’ll Love for Busy Mornings

Enjoy these Savory Breakfast Muffins that combine bacon, cheddar, and spinach for a nourishing start to your day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Whole wheat flour can be used for added fiber.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Make sure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda Reacts with acidic ingredients for perfect rise.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust based on preference.
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper Garlic powder can be an alternative.
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with almond milk.
  • 1/2 cup Plain yogurt Greek yogurt may require extra liquid.
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Melted coconut oil can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Can replace with flax eggs for vegan option.
For the Fillings
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese Feta or goat cheese can be substitutions.
  • 2 cups Spinach Zucchini or bell peppers can be used.
  • 1 cup Cooked bacon Turkey bacon or sausage as alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Chives Green onions can be used or omitted.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Muffin Tin
  • skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  2. Chop the spinach and sauté in the skillet until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
  4. In a larger bowl, whisk together milk, yogurt, olive oil, and eggs until smooth.
  5. Gradually add dry mix to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in cooked bacon, sautéed spinach, cheddar cheese, and chives into the batter.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease muffin tin and divide batter among cups, filling ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. Best enjoyed warm but can be refrigerated for up to 7 days or frozen for 3 months.

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