Description
Start your morning right with these Easy Perfect Baked Eggs—a no-fuss, protein-packed breakfast that feels fancy but takes minutes to make. With tender whites and golden yolks baked to perfection, this dish is a go-to for anyone needing a quick breakfast, easy brunch, or healthy snack idea. Baked in ramekins and endlessly customizable, they fit right into your favorite breakfast ideas, easy recipes, or even last-minute dinner ideas when you’re craving something light and satisfying.
Ingredients
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon butter or olive oil
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
1 tablespoon shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a ramekin with butter or olive oil.
2. Crack 1–2 eggs into the ramekin, being careful not to break the yolk.
3. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the eggs.
4. Add cream, cheese, or herbs if desired.
5. Place ramekin in a baking dish. Add hot water to the dish until halfway up the ramekin.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes for soft yolks or up to 18 minutes for firmer eggs.
7. Remove from the oven, garnish with herbs, and serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh eggs for the best texture and flavor.
Adding a bit of cream helps create a richer, silkier result.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: quick breakfast, healthy snack, baked eggs, easy recipe, breakfast ideas