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Campfire Egg Cups with Ham

Campfire egg cups with ham are golden baked in a muffin tin for an easy portable breakfast. Ham lines each cup, then eggs puff and set while cheddar melts with bell peppers and onions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 312
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Campfire Egg Cups with Ham
  • 12 slice deli ham
  • 12 eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup bell peppers, finely diced
  • 0.25 cup onions, finely diced
  • 0.25 tsp Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Cooking spray

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep the muffin tin
  1. Spray a metal muffin tin with cooking spray to coat each cup. This helps the ham release cleanly and keeps the bottoms from sticking.
  2. Line each cup with a slice of deli ham, pressing it up the sides to form a cup shape. Leave a little overlap so the ham holds during baking.
Fill and season
  1. Crack one egg into each ham cup. Keep the yolk centered so each egg cup bakes evenly.
  2. Top each cup with shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, and diced onions, then season with salt and pepper. Distribute evenly so every cup has the same mix-in coverage.
Campfire bake
  1. Place the muffin tin on a campfire grate over medium heat. Aim for steady heat so the egg cups puff and set without scorching.
  2. Cover the muffin tin with aluminum foil and cook for 18-20 minutes until eggs are set. Look for puffed tops and a firm center with no liquid wobble when gently nudged.
Serve
  1. Carefully remove the egg cups and serve warm. Let cool for a minute if needed so they hold their shape when lifted.

Notes

For best release, let the cups rest in the muffin tin for 1–2 minutes before lifting. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a microwave until hot. Freezing isn’t recommended because the eggs can turn watery when thawed. For a lower-sodium option, choose reduced-sodium deli ham and season lightly with less added salt.