
Starting the day with an egg dish is always a popular choice. However, when there’s a need is for more than one or two, things can get a bit more complicated.
The answer for that is to divide the eggs mixture, with some additions, into muffin cups, and bake them, instead of frying. This not only makes them a healthier alternative to fried eggs, but also much easier to serve.
To make the mini bakes even healthier, this time I’ve decided to use a fairly large amount of steamed spinach as the main ingredient, and to also make them gluten free.
Three different kinds of freshly grated cheeses, and some roughly cut ham, added lots of flavors, textures, and more protein to the bakes. A dash of fresh ground four peppers mix, nutmeg and mustard was all that was needed to season the mixture.
The mixture can be made a few hours in advance, leaving only dividing into the baking cups and baking, close to serving time.
While the mini bakes are perfect for serving at breakfast or brunch, they can also make a tasty light lunch, or early dinner. Try them and enjoy.
Notes:
* For more versions of these, check HERE and HERE.
* For the ham, I used Applegate’s organic uncured Black Forest ham. Uncured deli meats are not submerged in sodium nitrates or nitrites solutions, which makes them a somewhat healthier option compared to other deli meats.
Makes: 12
Prep time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
1 bag – 160z (454 grams) fresh whole spinach leaf
1-2 tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground four peppers mix
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
1 Tbs Dijon mustard
3 oz (85 grams) pepper jack cheese, coarsely grated
3 oz (85 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
2 oz (55 grams) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
5 L eggs, whisked
4 oz (115 grams) cooked ham, coarsely chopped (see notes)
- Preheat the oven to 380F (195C). Place 12 paper baking cups in a muffin pan.
- Wash the spinach and place, still wet, in a wide pot. Sprinkle with a bit of the salt and cover. Steam over medium-high heat for 2- minutes, until the spinach wilts. Bring to room temperature, cut roughly with a sharp knife.
- Place the spinach in a large bowl, add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
- Divide the mixture between the baking cups. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the mixture puffs, and the bakes are golden brown on top. Serve warm.












These are cuties, and i am sure they are very tasty.
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Thank you Dolly, these were very easy to make, and so tasty. 🙂
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You are very welcome, dear Ronit.
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Such a great idea! Quick and portable breakfast!
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Thank you Dorothy, these are so great when entertaining. Makes life easier – and tastier! 🙂
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I will try these soon! I looks divine!
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Thank you Aletta, I’m glad to hear. I hope you’ll enjoy them! 🙂
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I am sure we will 😀
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Stick them in a pastry and……mini quiches
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It can definitely work., but the idea here was to make it gluten free. 🙂
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Even though I love spinach and especially cheese I would prefer more of a balance of ingredients and not so much spinach. Just my own taste… 🙂 Great idea keeping it gluten free. I’m trying to do that more.
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Well, it looks like there will be more for me!
Making the bakes gluten free works well here, as idea was to imitate an omelette. 🙂
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What a wonderful idea! In addition to breakfast/brunch, I can actually see these for a late dinner. We love eggs for dinner.
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Thank you David, I’m glad you liked the recipe. These mini bakes are indeed suitable for dinner.
I’m now planning on making them with leeks. I’ll update! 🙂
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Leeks sound wonderful! Looking forward to your review.
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They look very tempting. Just my flavours – although I am using vegetarian alternatives to meat nowadays.
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Thank you, I’m glad you liked the recipe. Of course, any meat substitute can be used instead of the ham. Another option is to omit it altogether. 🙂
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These look like a delicious grab and go breakfast.
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Thank you Bernadette, I’m glad you liked these mini bakes. I prefer having them at the table, but of course “grab and go” is definitely an option. 🙂
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Yum. These would be so great for company. My grand kids might even like them!!!
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Thank you Mimi, I’m glad you liked the mini bakes. They are indeed perfect for when entertaining.
Hope you’ll grand kids will like them. It’s not always the case with children, but I guess they have more sophisticated palate, with a grandma who is a chef! 🙂
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I’m always looking for alternative ways to enjoy my breakfast eggs, so thanks for the idea.
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Thank you Ron, I’m glad you liked the recipe. This way of serving eggs is especially useful when entertaining. 🙂
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So delicious 😋
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Thank you Anita, they were indeed. 🙂
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Just imagine sitting down with these and big mug of coffee and the morning paper. Finger food for breakfast!! YUM :))
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Thank you Mary, this is indeed a nice way to start the day! 🙂
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Great idea, Ronit. Sure it will go with breakfast and brunch. 🌝
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Thank you Suni, I’m glad you liked the idea. It’s a tasty way to start the day. 🙂
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p.s. Congrats on your blog anniversary. I tried to comment, but it says I’m not logged in , even though I am…
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Thank you so much for your appreciation Ronit. Sometime this problem occurs.
Have a great day. 🌝
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These look like the perfect breakfast treat 😍
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Thank you Myra, these are indeed a tasty and healthy way to start the day. 🙂
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Fantastic mini bakes. Love the combination of spinach, cheese, and ham. My children will love them. Great for Sunday. Regards
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Thank you Vicky, I’m glad you liked these tasty mini bakes. They are indeed perfect for a weekend brunch. I hope you’ll enjoy them. Best regards. 🙂
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Egg bites are all the rave right now! I hope to try to make your recipe! Thank you!
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Thank you Leah, these were delicious and nutritious, and a good way to start the day. I hope you’ll enjoy them. 🙂
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I do not have much time to cook these days but I can manage to make these. Looking forward and will let you know! 🙂
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Will be happy to read your comments. 🙂
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These are lovely! I’ll try them soon. 😋
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Thank you Antonella, I’m glad you liked these tasty bakes. I hope you’ll enjoy them. 🙂
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I’d gobble up all of them.
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Hello from the UK
Looks delicious, thank you. Sodium nitrites and nitrates are very harmful. They can lead to nitro-samines which are very neuro-toxic. I have a facial palsy as a consequence.
My wife and I avoid such meats etc that have these listed in them and buy organic as far as possible.
Kind regards
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Thank you, I’m glad you liked the bakes. Sodium nitrites and nitrates can indeed be harmful. depending on the quantities and personal sensitivities. I try to avoid them, but am not fanatical about it.
Best regards to you too.
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Thanks for your reply. The thing about sodium nitrites and nitrates is they can be neutralised by other chemicals. Believe it or not sodium nitrite is an antidote to cyanide poisoning and it seems the reverse is true.
But better to avoid in the first place as we don’t need them, although plants need the nitrogen atoms in them for growth. I say why poison yourself if you don’t have too?
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