Egg Nests
Transform your breakfast or brunch routine with these elegant and airy Egg Nests—a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds! This creative recipe features whipped egg whites folded with savory Parmesan cheese, baked to pillowy perfection, and crowned with golden, creamy yolks. Ready in under 25 minutes, these delightful nests are light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. A sprinkle of black pepper and optional fresh chives adds a burst of freshness, making them as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a low-carb, protein-rich treat, these Egg Nests are sure to impress your family or guests with their sophisticated simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Chives (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks, ensuring the yolks stay intact. Place the yolks in a separate small bowl and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites and salt using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form. The whites should be glossy and hold their shape.
Gently fold the grated Parmesan cheese into the whipped egg whites using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
Spoon the whipped egg whites onto the prepared baking sheet, dividing the mixture into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a nest by creating a small well in the center for the yolks.
Bake the egg white nests in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, until they are set but not browned.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully spoon one egg yolk into each well. Sprinkle black pepper on top and return the nests to the oven.
Bake for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the yolks are cooked to your preferred level of doneness (3 minutes for runny yolks, 4 minutes for firmer yolks).
Remove the egg nests from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 1044 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 284 mg | 6% | |
*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.
