Cheesy Baked Egg
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Baked Egg recipe, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dinner. Featuring rich, velvety eggs baked in a creamy bath of heavy cream and topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese, this recipe combines effortless preparation with irresistible flavor. The secret lies in the gentle water bath, which ensures the eggs cook evenly to perfection, leaving the whites set while keeping the yolks delectably creamy. Finished with a touch of fresh parsley for brightness and served alongside toasted bread for dipping, this dish is as versatile as it is satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-serving recipe is ideal for solo meals or scaled up for gatherings, making it a go-to for busy mornings or cozy evenings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Butter
- 1 teaspoons Parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 2 slices Bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a small oven-safe ramekin or dish with the butter, ensuring the sides and bottom are coated.
Crack both eggs gently into the greased ramekin while keeping the yolks intact.
Pour the heavy cream evenly over the eggs.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, covering the surface evenly.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Place the ramekin in a baking dish, then add hot water to the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekin. This creates a water bath to ensure even cooking.
Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny. Adjust the cooking time according to your desired yolk consistency.
Once done, remove the ramekin from the water bath and allow it to cool for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with toasted bread, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 1155 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 218 mg | 5% | |
*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.
