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These enlightened make-ahead mini Western Omelet Muffins are the perfect solution for breakfasts on the run. Bake a batch and you’ll have breakfast ready and waiting in the fridge. Just give them a quick reheat and you’re set to go.
They’re the first recipe I’ve tried from one of my latest cookbook acquisitions: The Skinnytaste Cookbook: Light on Calories, Big on Flavor.
Ingredients
- Eggs
- Salt and pepper
- Sliced deli ham
- Reduced fat Swiss cheese
- Red bell pepper
- Scallions
How to Make Western Omelet Muffins, Step-by-Step
Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Step 2: Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Lightly spray a standard muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg whites. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Mix in the ham, cheese, bell pepper and scallions.
Step 4: Pour about 1/4-cup of the egg mixture into each prepared muffin cup and place in the oven. Bake until the eggs are set, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 5: Remove from the oven and enjoy or cook completely and store covered in the refrigerator.
How Many Calories and WW Points in these Western Omelet Muffins?
According to my calculations, each 2-muffin serving has just 119 calories.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
3 SmartPoints (Green plan)
1 SmartPoints (Blue plan)
1 SmartPoints (Purple plan)
3 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Recipe Notes
I used finely chopped ham, green onion, red bell pepper and reduced fat cheddar cheese in these omelet muffins, but they’re easy to customize to suit your likes and what you have on hand.
Using half whole eggs and half egg whites keeps them lower in fat and calories while still getting the health benefits of the yolks.
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Make Ahead Western Omelet Muffins Recipe
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 6 large eggs
- 6 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 ounces sliced ham (about 4 slices finely chopped)
- 2 ounces reduced fat Swiss cheese chopped (I substituted cheddar)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red or orange bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F degrees. Lightly spray a standard 12-cup muffin tin (affiliate link) with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg whites. Season with salt and a pinch or two of black pepper. Mix in the ham, cheese, bell pepper and scallions.
- Pour about 1/4 cup egg mixture into each muffin cup and carefully place in the oven.
- Bake until the eggs are set, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy or cool completely and store covered in the refrigerator.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 3 SmartPoints (Green plan) 1 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 1 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 3 PointsPlus (Old plan) I used finely chopped ham, green onion, red bell pepper and reduced fat cheddar cheese in these omelet muffins, but they are easy to customize to suit your likes and what you have on hand. Using half whole eggs and half egg whites keeps them lower in fat and calories while still getting the health benefits of the yolks.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Source: slightly adapted from The Skinnytaste Cookbook: Light on Calories, Big on Flavor
If you’re a Weight Watcher, you’re most likely familiar with Gina and her blog Skinnytaste. Gina turned to Weight Watchers when she wanted to lose a few pounds. Though she liked the program it was a struggle to find enough tempting recipes to help her stay on track and satisfy her family. She started Skinnytaste when she began successfully “skinny-fying” her favorite meals.
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