Steamed Frittata Egg Cups
These steamed frittata egg cups combine eggs, mini bell peppers, onion, Canadian bacon and low-moisture mozzarella into fluffy individual portions. The Varoma of the Thermomix TM7 gently steams each cup so the egg stays tender, while the bowl chops vegetables and blends the egg mixture evenly. Ideal as a protein-rich breakfast, brunch or lunchbox filler that reheats beautifully.
About this recipe
Steamed Frittata Egg Cups Thermomix TM7 recipes bring a protein-packed breakfast or quick weeknight dinner to your table with minimal effort. These individual frittatas are made by blending eggs with Dijon mustard, salt and pepper in the mixing bowl until silky, then folding in Canadian bacon, finely chopped onion, mini bell peppers and cubes of low-moisture mozzarella. Instead of frying in a pan, the cups are gently steamed in the Varoma, which keeps the egg mixture feather-light and moist rather than rubbery. Because every cup is portioned individually, they fit perfectly in a lunchbox, on a brunch buffet or as a grab-and-go snack for children before school. The all-in-one kitchen machine handles the chopping and mixing in the same bowl, so there is hardly any washing up afterwards. If you are looking for make-ahead egg cups that reheat well without drying out, this Thermomix TM7 method delivers consistent, restaurant-quality results every single time.
Preparation tips
- Spray the cups generously with non-stick cooking spray before filling, as the egg mixture adheres firmly to the sides and a good coating guarantees clean release and intact frittata cups.
- Do not overfill the cups; leave roughly a finger's width of space at the top because the egg mixture puffs up during steaming and may spill over onto other cups in the Varoma.
- These frittata cups keep for several days in the fridge and reheat well. Cool them fully before storing, then warm briefly or enjoy cold in a lunchbox with a simple side salad.
Recipe variations
- Vegetarian version: replace the Canadian bacon with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach and cubes of grilled courgette. The low-moisture mozzarella keeps the texture identical, and a pinch of smoked paprika adds a savoury depth children enjoy.
- Festive brunch variant: stir in crispy bacon bits, grated Gruyère instead of mozzarella and a spoonful of chives. Serve the warm cups on a platter with cherry tomatoes and a dollop of crème fraîche for a holiday breakfast table.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Precision chopping - The Thermomix chops the onion and mini bell peppers into even pieces in seconds for consistent cups. [Chopping]. [Precision Control]
- Silky blending - Mixing with the TM7 blends eggs and Dijon mustard into a uniform, lump-free frittata base. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle steaming - The Varoma of the Thermomix steams the egg cups gently so the mozzarella stays meltingly soft. [Steaming]. [Multi-Function]
- Built-in weighing - The integrated scale of the Thermomix weighs the eggs and cheese directly in the bowl to the gram. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Hands-free cooking - The TM7 steams unattended while you spray the cups and prepare the bacon filling. [Hands-Free]
Ingredients
- non-stick cooking spray
- low-moisture mozzarella
- mini red bell peppers
- red onion
- vegetable oil
- Canadian bacon
- large eggs
- Dijon mustard
- salt
- ground black pepper