Here’s a detailed, foolproof Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins recipe, with tips so they come out fluffy, not watery.
🥚 Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins
Makes
12 muffins (standard muffin tin)
Prep time
10–15 minutes
Cook time
20–25 minutes
Ingredients
Base
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8 large eggs
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¼ cup milk (whole milk is best, but any works)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Veg & cheese
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1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
(or ¾ cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed DRY) -
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Optional add-ins (highly recommended)
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1 small onion or shallot, finely diced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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¼ tsp red chili flakes
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¼ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
For the pan
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Olive oil spray or butter
Instructions
1. Preheat & prep
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Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F
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Grease a 12-cup muffin tin very well (eggs stick easily!)
2. Prep the spinach (important!)
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If using fresh spinach:
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Roughly chop it.
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Optional but great: quickly sauté for 1–2 minutes to remove moisture, then cool.
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If using frozen spinach:
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Thaw completely and squeeze out all excess water using a towel or your hands.
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💡 Too much water = rubbery muffins
3. Mix the egg base
In a large bowl:
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Crack in the eggs
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Add milk, salt, pepper, and any spices
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Whisk until fully combined and slightly frothy
4. Add fillings
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Stir in spinach
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Add feta crumbles
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Add onion/garlic if using
Don’t overmix—just enough to distribute evenly.
5. Fill the muffin tin
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Divide the mixture evenly among muffin cups
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Fill each about ¾ full
6. Bake
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Bake for 20–25 minutes
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They’re done when:
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Centers are set
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Tops are slightly golden
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A knife inserted comes out clean
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7. Cool & remove
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Let rest in the pan for 5 minutes
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Gently loosen with a knife and lift out
They will puff up in the oven and deflate slightly as they cool—totally normal.
🧠 Tips for Perfect Egg Muffins
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Don’t overbake → dry, spongy texture
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Use full-fat feta for best flavor
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Silicone muffin liners = zero sticking
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If they stick, run a knife around the edges while warm
🥶 Storage & Reheating
Fridge:
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Store in airtight container for up to 4–5 days
Freezer:
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Freeze up to 2 months
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Reheat from frozen in microwave: 45–60 seconds
🔁 Easy Variations
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Add sun-dried tomatoes 🍅
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Swap feta for goat cheese
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Add mushrooms (sauté first!)
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Make it spicy with jalapeños or hot sauce
If you want, I can tailor this for keto, high-protein, air fryer, or mini muffins—just say the word 😉