Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs

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Perfectly baked eggs with savory sausage and melted cheddar, ideal for a quick keto breakfast. This american-inspired keto (high-protein) ready in about 28 minutes pairs eggs, breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 18 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with 1 tbsp unsalted butter.
  2. Step 2: Cook 4 oz crumbled breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through, then set aside to cool.
  3. Step 3: Crack 6 eggs into the greased muffin tin. Use a spoon to create a well in the center of each egg. Divide cooled sausage evenly among the wells, then top each with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 15-18 minutes until egg whites are set and cheese is melted, then let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs take to make?

Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep eggs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Eggs high-protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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