Best 6 Birds Nest Breakfast Cups Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of "Birds Nest Breakfast Cups," a culinary masterpiece that will revolutionize your morning meal routine. Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden-brown nest-shaped pastry, filled with a heavenly combination of fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, and a symphony of fresh vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you'll embark on a journey to create a breakfast that's not just a meal—it's an edible work of art. So, gather your culinary tools, light your stovetop, and prepare to embrace the delightful aroma of a "Birds Nest Breakfast Cup" that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BIRD'S NEST BREAKFAST CUPS



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"This is a lightened up version of an original recipe that called for regular bacon and eggs," writes Aris Gonzalez from Deltona, Florida. "Everyone loves it and thinks I really fussed, but it's so easy! It makes such a pretty presentation that I often serve this to overnight guests."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 turkey bacon strips
1-1/2 cups egg substitute
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side or until partially set but not crisp. Coat six muffin cups with cooking spray; wrap two bacon strips around the inside of each cup. Fill each with 1/4 cup egg substitute; top with cheese., Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until set. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BIRD'S NEST BREAKFAST CUPS



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I got the basics of this recipe from a friend of mine and thought it was a great idea since these little nests can be made ahead, which I love. They are delicious, easy to make, and can be customized to your own tastes. I not only use the recipe as a delicious grab-and-go breakfast, but serve it to guests nestled into some lovely cheese grits, alongside fresh fruits and French toast made on a panini press. Oh, and don't forget the mimosas!

Provided by EPHESIS

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (30 ounce) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 ½ tablespoons olive oil
⅔ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
12 eggs
2 tablespoons water
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled - divided
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 24 muffin cups.
  • Mix hash brown potatoes, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and 2/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese in a bowl. Divide mixture between prepared muffin cups and use your fingers to shape potato mixture into nests with hollows in the middle.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hash browns are browned on the edges and cheese has melted, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove hash brown nests.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk eggs and water in a bowl until thoroughly combined; season with salt and black pepper. Pour equal amount of egg mixture into each nest; sprinkle with bacon crumbles and 1 teaspoon Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the oven until eggs are set, 13 to 16 minutes. Let cool in pans and remove by sliding a knife between potato crust and muffin cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 203.9 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 815.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

BIRDS NEST BREAKFAST CUPS



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Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups are a fun way to eat eggs and hash browns for breakfast. These baked egg cups combine hash browns and cheese to form a "nest" and are topped with an egg.

Provided by Melissa Williams | Persnickety Plates

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 oz frozen hash browns (thawed)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 eggs
cooking spray
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Spray muffin tin generously with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add hash browns, olive oil, cheddar cheese, and salt and pepper and mix together.
  • Divide hash brown mixture between 12 muffin cups (use a cookie scoop to make your life easier). Each one will hold a generous ¼ cup.
  • Press the hash browns in to the muffin tin. Make a small depression in the middle, shaping it into a nest.
  • Generously spray the tops of the hash brown nest with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the hash browns are golden brown. Keep an eye on them for the last few minutes to ensure they don't burn. Let the hash brown nests cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees.
  • Crack an egg into each nest.
  • Bake for 12 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolk is your desired doneness.
  • Serve warm. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 152 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Sodium 129 mg

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Categories     Egg

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 24 oz. bag of shredded hash browns
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
2 tbs oil (I use olive oil)
1/3 cup shredded cheddar
Bacon bits or 8=10 pieces of cooked bacon, crumbled
Eggs
Extra shredded cheddar
Muffin tin

Steps:

  • Take your bag of hash browns and mix in the salt, pepper, oil and 1/3 cup shredded cheese. Divide amongst the cups in your muffin tin, making sure to grease tin beforehand. Bake hash browns at 425 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until toasty. Once they're finished, take them out and lower the temp of the oven to 350 degrees. Crack an egg into each of the cups Top with bacon and a sprinkle of extra cheese Bake at 350 degrees for 13-16 minutes (or until the eggs are as firm as you like them). Slide a knife along the edges to remove from pan when cooled.

BREAKFAST BIRD'S NEST



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My grandmother and mom both made these for me when I was very little and now I make them for my little ones. They love their eggs made this way. Some people call them "egg in a window", but my mom always called them "bird's nests". Kids love them, but I still make them for myself :) There's just something yummier about the "dipping" toast being fried in butter instead of just popped in the toaster, and after dipping, the egg white tastes great with the fried bread from the "nest".

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 large egg
1 slice bread (your favorite)
2 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • Lay bread on the counter or a plate.
  • Using a wide topped glass, cut a circle out of the center of the bread.
  • Over medium heat, melt 1 tsp butter in a non-stick skillet.
  • When heated, lay both pieces of bread (the circle and the piece with the hole) in pan and reduce heat to low-medium.
  • When bread is very lightly browned on the bottom, drop 1 tsp butter into the hole.
  • When melted, crack the egg over the hole and allow egg to drop into and fill the hole.
  • Cook for 1- 2 minutes and then flip the bread with the egg and the bread circle over.
  • Cook for about 2- 3 minutes, until bread is lightly browned and egg is set.
  • Serve egg with the toasted bread circle for dipping.

BIRD'S NEST BREAKFAST CUPS



Bird's Nest Breakfast Cups image

I got the basics of this recipe from a friend of mine and thought it was a great idea since these little nests can be made ahead, which I love. They are delicious, easy to make, and can be customized to your own tastes. I not only use the recipe as a delicious grab-and-go breakfast, but serve it to guests nestled into some lovely cheese grits, alongside fresh fruits and French toast made on a panini press. Oh, and don't forget the mimosas!

Provided by EPHESIS

Categories     Breakfast Potatoes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (30 ounce) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 ½ tablespoons olive oil
⅔ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
12 eggs
2 tablespoons water
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled - divided
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 24 muffin cups.
  • Mix hash brown potatoes, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and 2/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese in a bowl. Divide mixture between prepared muffin cups and use your fingers to shape potato mixture into nests with hollows in the middle.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hash browns are browned on the edges and cheese has melted, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove hash brown nests.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk eggs and water in a bowl until thoroughly combined; season with salt and black pepper. Pour equal amount of egg mixture into each nest; sprinkle with bacon crumbles and 1 teaspoon Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the oven until eggs are set, 13 to 16 minutes. Let cool in pans and remove by sliding a knife between potato crust and muffin cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 203.9 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 815.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before beginning, ensure that all ingredients are measured, prepped, and organized for easy access.
  • Choose Fresh Ingredients: Utilize the freshest eggs, dairy products, and vegetables to achieve the best flavor and texture.
  • Control Pan Temperature: Maintain a medium-low heat to prevent eggs from overcooking or burning.
  • Cook in Batches: If cooking for a crowd, consider preparing the breakfast cups in batches to ensure even cooking.
  • Experiment with Fillings: Feel free to customize your breakfast cups with various fillings, such as ham, bacon, sausage, bell peppers, or spinach.
  • Garnish Elegantly: Enhance the visual appeal of your breakfast cups with fresh herbs, a sprinkle of cheese, or a dollop of yogurt.

Conclusion:

Birds nest breakfast cups are a delightful and versatile dish that offers a plethora of culinary possibilities. With a crispy bread or tortilla base, a flavorful egg filling, and an array of potential toppings, these breakfast cups can be tailored to suit diverse dietary preferences and occasions. Whether served as a quick weekday breakfast, a leisurely brunch, or an impressive appetizer, birds nest breakfast cups are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that promises a delicious and visually stunning breakfast experience.

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