Egg “Donuts” with Avocado

By Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, LDN, CPT

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Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Ready in:
15 minutes

Recipe Description:

Help small kids start healthy eating habits early on with these delicious, easy-to-make egg “donuts” with fresh avocado. Avocados are kid-friendly as they provide great taste, fun texture, and they contribute valuable nutrients. This quick and delicious recipe can be made in minutes for an easy on-the-go breakfast or snack that makes the back-to-school routine fun and simple.

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Servings:

  • Recipe serving size: 1 donut
  • Number of servings:

Ingredients:

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 1/2 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¼ inch pieces
  • Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, salt and pepper. Stir in cheese, tomato, spinach, and avocado.
  3. Lightly spray donut pan with non-stick cooking spray. Spoon mixture into donut pan, dividing mixture evenly to make 8 “donuts”.
  4. Bake 8 to 10 minutes until eggs are cooked through. Remove from oven to cool.
  5. Serve once cooled or transfer to a self-sealing plastic bag or container with a tight lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes & Tips:

Serve cold or reheat for 20 seconds in the microwave to serve warm.
Nutrition Facts

8 servings per recipe
Serving Size 1 serving (56g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g -
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g -
Monounsaturated Fat 2.5g -
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 150mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber <1g 3%
Total Sugars 0g -
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Potassium 120mg 2%
Vitamin A 120mcg 15%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.6mg 4%
Vitamin K 7mcg 6%
Thiamin 0.03mg 2%
Riboflavin 0.2mg 15%
Niacin 0.2mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 6%
Folate 30mcg DFE 8%
Vitamin B12 0.4mcg 15%
Pantothenic Acid 0.7mg 15%
Phosphorus 100mg 8%
Magnesium 10mg 2%
Zinc 0.7mg 6%
Selenium 13mcg 25%
Copper 0.05mg 6%
Manganese 0.1mg 2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.