Creamy Baked Eggs
Creamy Baked Eggs are a luxurious breakfast or brunch dish that combines fresh eggs with a rich mixture of heavy cream and melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a velvety texture and savory flavor, making it perfect for lazy mornings or impressing guests. Customize it with your favorite herbs and vegetables for a delightful twist that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a small baking dish with butter.
- In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Crack the eggs into the greased baking dish, spacing them evenly.
- Pour the cream mixture over the eggs to ensure even coverage.
- Generously sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain slightly jiggly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 550mg