Description
Baked Rice Cups are a scrumptious and versatile dish that transforms leftover rice into bite-sized delights. With a crispy exterior and a fluffy, flavorful interior, these cups can be customized with your favorite cheeses, vegetables, and proteins, making them perfect for any gathering or family meal. They are easy to prepare and promise to impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, or spinach)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Baking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin with baking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, eggs, cheese, vegetables, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup until they are about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before gently removing from the tin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg