Description
These Huevos Rancheros Mini Savoury Bites transform the classic Mexican breakfast into delightful, bite-sized appetizers. Crispy flour tortilla cups are filled with a seasoned egg mixture, salsa, melted cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, and fresh toppings like cilantro and avocado, making them a perfect flavorful and crowd-pleasing brunch or breakfast party dish.
Ingredients
Base
- 6 small flour tortillas
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Fillings & Toppings
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 small avocado, diced
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Tortilla Cups: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the small flour tortillas into rounds and press each round into a greased mini muffin tin cup to form a small tortilla cup shape.
- Bake Tortilla Cups: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the tortilla cups are lightly crisp and hold their shape.
- Mix the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs with ¼ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Add Salsa to Tortilla Cups: Remove the crispy tortilla cups from the oven and evenly divide ½ cup of salsa among the cups, sprinkling a little into each one.
- Fill Cups with Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the whisked egg mixture into each tortilla cup over the salsa, filling them almost to the top.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese evenly over each filled tortilla cup.
- Bake Until Set: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the eggs are fully set and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish each mini bite with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro and diced avocado. Serve warm with sour cream on the side, if desired.
Notes
- For added protein and heartiness, consider adding cooked chorizo or black beans to the filling.
- Using mini muffin tins creates perfectly bite-sized appetizers ideal for parties and brunch gatherings.
- These mini bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm straight from the oven to maintain crispiness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
