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Creamy Baked Eggs

Creamy Baked Eggs: Your New Favorite Comfort Brunch Dish

Creamy Baked Eggs are a delightful brunch masterpiece, transforming simple ingredients into a comforting dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter twist, try Greek yogurt.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Black pepper is classic while white pepper offers a milder option.
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh eggs yield the best results.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Grated Cheese (e.g., Cheddar, Feta) Feel free to mix in Gruyère for a nutty profile.
For Dish Preparation
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Olive oil can be a healthier alternative.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and a baking dish.
  2. Grease the baking dish with butter.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  4. Carefully crack the eggs into the greased baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
  5. Gently pour the cream mixture over the cracked eggs, ensuring coverage.
  6. Sprinkle grated cheese over the cream-covered eggs.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until eggs are set yet slightly jiggly.
  8. Remove from oven, allow to rest for 1 minute, then garnish with herbs and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and keep an eye on the eggs to prevent overcooking.

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