Are you on the lookout for an easy, yet delicious meal that your family will love? Try this Mini Ham And Egg Pie recipe! This delicious dish is both time-saving and hearty, so it's perfect for busy days.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Ease of Making: The Mini Ham And Egg Pie recipe is easy and simple to prepare.
- Convenience: Its bite-sized format is perfect for lunch boxes or as mid-day snacks.
- Flavorful Combination: The addition of cheddar cheese to ham enhances the taste, making it extra delicious.
📋 Ingredients
- Jumbo Refrigerated Biscuits: Create a buttery and flaky pie crust that holds all the ingredients together.
- Eggs: provide a rich, creamy filling that binds the ham and seasonings.
- Diced Ham: Adds a savory, meaty flavor that complements the eggs.
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Gives a slight kick and enhances the overall taste.
- Salt: Balances and brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Puff Pastry: As an alternative to jumbo refrigerated biscuits in the mini ham and egg pie recipe, this puff pastry provides a flakier, buttery crust. Line the muffin tin cavities with a sheet before adding the egg mixture. Use one sheet per muffin tin or two sheets if you're doubling the recipe.
- Bacon: Feel free to switch the ham for bacon. This will also work great and make these pies taste delicious
- Extras: If desired, you can add additional ingredients to the pies to give them an extra boost of flavor. Consider mixing chopped green onion, diced bell peppers, or cooked bacon in a large bowl and then using in your ham and egg pies.
- Cheese: You could also sprinkle a bit of grated Parmesan cheese on top for added taste.
- Red Pepper Flakes: Add a spicy kick to your mini ham and egg pie. Sprinkle on top before baking for a flavorful contrast.
🔪How To Make Ham And Egg Pies
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease each muffin tin cavity. Flatten a biscuit in your hand, and place it into the muffin tin, pressing it down and up the sides, until it reaches the rim.
- Step 2: Crack 1 egg into each biscuit. Divide the ham mixture between each of the biscuit bowls. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through.
- Step 3: Use a fork to remove the biscuit bowls and place them on a wire rack to cool completely at room temperature. Serve, and enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Cheese Choice: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese for a gooey, delicious texture, then bake the ham and egg pie until the cheese turns golden brown.
- Don't Use Beaten Egg: Use unbeaten eggs cracked directly into the crust to maintain the distinct egg structure, allowing for a more visually appealing and traditional pie presentation.
- Without Muffin Tin: You can use a tart pan to make mini ham and egg pies if you don't have a muffin tin. Press the biscuits into each cavity to form the pie base, adapting their size as needed for a snug fit.
- Chopped Ham: You can also opt for using ham that has been finely chopped using a food processor in your delicious ham and egg pie recipe. This method ensures a more consistent texture throughout the pie, enhancing the overall taste and presentation of this delightful dish.
💭 FAQs
No, you can also make mini ham and egg pies without a muffin tray. To do this, simply use an oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Place the flattened biscuits onto the dish, crack the eggs in the center of each biscuit, top with diced ham, and bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes.
Let your leftover ham and egg pies cool to room temperature. Then, pop them into an airtight container or cradle them like precious jewels with plastic wrap. Label the container with a touch of foresight and the freezing date, then freeze these mini delights for up to 2-3 months. They'll be your handy breakfast companions when you thaw and reheat.
Yes, you can use store-bought pie crusts to save time. Simply thaw them according to package instructions, then cut and fit them into your muffin tin as directed in the recipe. This shortcut doesn't compromise the taste and makes the preparation process quicker.
To avoid a soggy crust, it's recommended to pre-bake (blind bake) the pie crusts before adding the filling. This step helps set the crust and creates a barrier against the moist filling. After pre-baking, let the crusts cool slightly before adding the ham, egg, and other fillings.
Absolutely! These mini pies can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking. Alternatively, you can bake them and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven before serving for the best taste and texture.
Feel free to get creative with the fillings. Some popular additions include sautéed onions, bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, or different types of cheese. Just ensure that any added vegetables are cooked to reduce moisture content, preventing the crust from becoming soggy.
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Mini Ham and Egg Pie:
- Herb Roasted Potatoes: Toss baby potatoes in olive oil, rosemary, and thyme. Roast until golden and crisp.
- Green Beans: Sauté green beans in garlic butter, sprinkle with Parmesan and finish with a squeeze of lemon.
- Red Cabbage Coleslaw: Toss shredded cabbage and carrots in a creamy dressing for a refreshing crunch.
- Sweet Potato Wedges: Season sweet potato wedges with Paprika, and cumin, and bake until crispy on the outside.
Mini Ham And Egg Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 Biscuits refrigerated biscuits
- 6 Eggs
- ¼ cup Ham Diced
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Grease each muffin tin cavity.
- Flatten a biscuit in your hand, and place it into the muffin tin, pressing it down, and up the sides, until it reaches the rim.
- Crack 1 egg into each biscuit.
- Divide the ham mixture between each of the biscuit bowls.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through.
- Use a fork to remove the biscuit bowls and place them on a wire rack to cool completely at room temperature. Serve, and enjoy!
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