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This is a vertical close up image of a baked egg cut in half The egg sits on a white plate and is topped with ground pepper and green scallion. The egg yolk is dripping out of the left half of the egg as a fork pierces it. More eggs are on the plate along with a small bowl of raspberries. Blurred in the background you can see a small glass of orange juice.
Baking hard-boiled and soft-boiled eggs in a 12-cup muffin tin couldn’t be more simple. The secret is in how long you allow them to cook.

This recipe is perfect if you meal prep and want to batch prep some Oven-Baked Eggs in a Muffin Tin. They’re perfect for breakfast or snacking throughout the day.

Today I’m going to show you how to make both hard-boiled and soft-boiled eggs in your oven so you can customize the type of egg depending how you like it!

Are these Shirred Eggs?

Yep! Shirred eggs are a type of baked eggs that are cooked in a shallow dish, often with a small amount of milk or cream. Shirred eggs are often served with a variety of toppings, such as cheese, herbs, or bacon, and they can be enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch dish.

These are a very basic version of a shirred egg that can be dressed up in any way you like!

Tips for making perfect oven-baked eggs in a muffin tin:

1. Hard-boiled oven-baked eggs

Hard-boiled eggs are eggs that have been cooked until the whites and yolks are fully set.

  • Cook time: 20 min
  • Oven temperature: Preheat your oven to 350F
  • Spray a 12 cup muffin tin with your favorite cooking oil. Gently crack the eggs into the muffin tin.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the eggs for 20 minutes until the clear part of the eggs are white.
  • Use a butter knife to slide around the edges to remove the eggs from the muffin tin.
This is an overhead vertical image of a tan plate with baked eggs on top it. The eggs are in a circle and two of them are cut in half. The eggs are topped with ground pepper and chopped green scallions. The plate sits on a white marble counter with a white and yellow dishtowel to the left of the image.
This is an overhead vertical image of a light blue muffin tin filled with baked eggs. The image is a close up of one muffin tin cavity. The eggs are topped with ground pepper and chopped green scallion. The muffin tin sits on top a white and yellow dish towel.

2. Soft-boiled oven-baked eggs

A soft-boiled egg is a type of egg that is cooked until the white is set and the yolk is still soft.

  • Cook time: 10 minutes
  • Oven temperature: preheat your oven to 350F.
  • Spray a 12 cup muffin tin with your favorite cooking spray. Gently crack the eggs into the muffin tin.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the eggs for 10 minutes until the clear art of the eggs are white, and the yolk is still drippy.
  • Use a butter knife to slide around the edges to remove the eggs from the muffin tin.

Can I Make these Scrambled?

Absolutely! They would be similar to a mini omelette. Use a fork to beat the eggs before you transfer them to the muffin tin. Or, you can beat them directly in the tin after you crack them in.

Why you’ll love these “hard-boiled” style eggs:

  1. Convenient: Hard-boiled eggs are easy to prepare and can be stored in the refrigerator for several days, making them a convenient snack or breakfast option.
  2. Versatile: Hard-boiled eggs can be eaten on their own or used in a variety of dishes, such as deviled eggs, egg salad, or as a topping for salads.
  3. Flavor: Some people enjoy the rich, savory flavor of hard-boiled eggs.

Overall, the combination of their nutrition, convenience, versatility, and flavor make hard-boiled eggs a crowd favorite.

Why you’ll love these “soft-boiled” style eggs with the drippy yolk:

  1. Texture: The soft yolk of a soft-boiled egg has a creamy, velvety texture that some people strive for time and time again.
  2. Flavor: The yolk of a soft-boiled egg is rich and flavorful, and the whites are tender and delicate. This combination of flavors and textures is pure perfection.
  3. Easy to prep: Soft-boiled eggs are very easy to prepare and only take a few minutes to cook, especially when you make them in the oven! They are a convenient and quick snack or breakfast option.
  4. Versatility: Soft-boiled eggs can be served on their own or used as an ingredient in a variety of dishes, such as salads, sandwiches, and more.

The combination of their creamy texture, rich flavor, and versatility make soft-boiled eggs a popular choice for many people.

You could pop these eggs on top of an avocado toast, a salad, or literally just east it as is. I sprinkled with some simple salt and pepper, but get creative!

Add some shredded cheese or some everything bagel seasoning. Pop some sun-dried tomatoes or little bites of bacon in there.

Other egg recipes you may like:

  • asparagus & goat cheese quiche
  • bacon & blue cheese egg muffins
  • caramelized onion bacon gruyere quiche
  • southwestern sweet potato egg bake
  • roasted red pepper sous vide eggs
This is a vertical image of a white plate with two baked eggs, a small bowl of raspberries, and two slices of toast on it. The eggs are topped with ground pepper and scallions. The plate sits on a white surface with a fork to the bottom left of the image. Behind the plate is a glass of orange juice and to the top right of the image is a tan plate with more baked eggs.
This is an overhead vertical image of a light blue muffin tin filled with baked eggs. The eggs are topped with ground pepper and chopped green scallion. The muffin tin sits on a light marble surface with a white and yellow dish towel underneath it.

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Ingredients

  • 12 eggs
  • cooking spray (I like avocado oil spray)
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and gather your ingredients.
  2. Spray the muffin tins with cooking spray.This is an overhead horizontal image of a light blue muffin tin sprayed with cooking oil. The blue muffin tin sits on a white marble counter.
  3. Gently crack the eggs into the muffin tins and sprinkle with salt and pepper.This is an overhead horizontal image of a light blue muffin tin sprayed with cooking oil. The blue muffin tin sits on a white marble counter. Each muffin cavity has a raw egg cracked in it and sprinkled with visible specs of pepper.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes until the clear part of the eggs are white and the yolk is still drippy. If you want hard boiled eggs, bake for 20 minutes total.This is an overhead horizontal image of a light blue muffin tin sprayed with cooking oil. The blue muffin tin sits on a white marble counter. Each muffin cavity has a baked egg in it and sprinkled with visible specs of pepper.
  5. Use a butter knife to slide around the edges to remove the eggs from the tins.This is an overhead horizontal image of a light blue muffin tin sprayed with cooking oil. Each muffin cavity has a baked egg in it and sprinkled with visible specs of pepper. A small spatula is sliding under one of the middle eggs to remove it from the tin.
  6. Serve with a side of your favorite breakfast foods! Try Sweet & Crispy Air Fryer Bacon and Savory Spinach & Feta Muffins!This is an overhead horizontal image of a tan plate with baked eggs on top it. The eggs are in a circle and two of them are cut in half. The eggs are topped with ground pepper and chopped green scallions. The plate sits on a white marble counter.

Tips

Food photography by Dalya Rubin.

Nutrition Info:

  • Serving Size: 1 egg
  • Calories: 64
  • Sugar: 0.3g
  • Sodium: 159mg
  • Fat: 4.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5.5g
  • Cholesterol: 164mg
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Enjoy!! xo

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