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    Spicy Jalapeño Popper Bacon Egg Cups

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    A delightful and spicy breakfast treat with bacon, eggs, cream cheese, and jalapeños.

    Ingredients for Spicy Jalapeño Popper Bacon Egg Cups

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    Bacon Slices, partially cooked

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    Unsalted Butter

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    Jalapeno Peppers, minced and sliced

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    Large Eggs, beaten

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    Cream Cheese, room temperature

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    Himalayan Pink Salt

    to taste

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

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    Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese

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    How to Make Spicy Jalapeño Popper Bacon Egg Cups

    1. Preheat Oven

    First, preheat your oven to 375°F.

    2. Cook Bacon

    While the oven is warming up, take out a large skillet and place it over medium-high heat. Lay the bacon slices in the skillet and cook them for about 4 minutes. You want the bacon to be starting to brown but still pliable, so it can crisp up properly when we bake it later. Once the bacon is partially cooked, transfer the slices to a paper towel−lined plate to absorb the excess fat.

    3. Prepare Muffin Tin

    Next, take your muffin tin and coat each of the six cups with a bit of butter. This will prevent sticking and add a nice flavor. Line the sides of each muffin cup with a slice of the partially cooked bacon, creating a cozy nest for our egg mixture.

    4. Prepare Jalapeños

    Start by preparing your jalapeños. Cut one jalapeño in half, remove the seeds, and mince it finely. For the other jalapeño, slice it into thin rings and set it aside for later.

    5. Beat Eggs

    In a medium bowl, crack the four eggs and beat them with a hand mixer until they are frothy and well combined. This step ensures that the eggs cook evenly and have a light, airy texture.

    6. Combine Egg Mixture

    Add the room temperature cream cheese to the beaten eggs, along with the minced jalapeño, a pinch of pink salt, and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper. Continue to mix until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

    7. Fill Muffin Cups

    Carefully pour the egg mixture into each bacon-lined muffin cup, filling them about two-thirds of the way. This allows room for the eggs to puff up as they cook. Sprinkle a bit of shredded Mexican blend cheese on top of each cup, then place a jalapeño ring on top for a little extra kick.

    8. Bake Egg Cups

    Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes. You'll know the egg cups are done when they are set and slightly golden on top. Remove them from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before serving. This resting time helps them firm up and makes them easier to remove from the muffin tin.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality Ingredients

    Opt for high-quality, thick-cut bacon and fresh jalapeños for the best flavor and adjust the amount to suit your heat preference.

    Baking Control

    Bake just until the eggs are set to avoid rubbery eggs and burnt cheese, checking a few minutes before the suggested time.

    Pre-Cook Bacon

    Partially cook the bacon before forming the cups to ensure it is pliable but not fully cooked, achieving perfect crispness without overcooking the eggs.

    Bacon Weave Technique

    Consider weaving the bacon strips to form a more cohesive cup, preventing egg leakage and creating a uniform texture.

    Spice Balance

    Sauté the jalapeños slightly to mellow out the raw bite but maintain the fresh, spicy kick, adjusting seeds for heat preference.


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