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Cheesy Cauliflower Breakfast Muffins

These Cheesy Cauliflower Breakfast Muffins are a savory, make-ahead breakfast packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a hint of jalapeño. They’re fluffy, satisfying, and a great way to use riced cauliflower in a warm, comforting way. Perfect for busy mornings, brunch spreads, or meal prep for the week.

Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American/Canadian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 159 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 medium jalapeño peppers optional
  • 2½ cups fresh riced cauliflower
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon cooked crispy and crumbled, divided
  • 1¼ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 5 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup water

Instructions

  1. Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Remove the stem and seeds from one jalapeño and finely dice it. Slice the remaining pepper into 12 thin rings and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, add the diced jalapeño, riced cauliflower, ⅔ of the bacon, 1 cup of the cheddar, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. Pour over the cauliflower mixture and stir until fully combined.
  5. If the mixture is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of water to create a batter-like consistency.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  7. Top each muffin with the remaining bacon, remaining cheddar, and one jalapeño ring.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool for several minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

Pre-riced fresh cauliflower is ideal for this recipe. Otherwise, fresh cauliflower can be riced on a box grater or in a food processor. Pat dry with a clean dish cloth or paper towel to remove excess moisture before using.

Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Cauliflower Breakfast Muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 159 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 0.03g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 92mg31%
Sodium 274mg12%
Potassium 176mg5%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 266IU5%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Calcium 103mg10%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.