Sweet Basil Eggs
Elevate your breakfast game with Sweet Basil Eggs, a quick and wholesome dish bursting with garden-fresh flavor. This recipe features fluffy scrambled eggs delicately infused with honey for a subtle touch of sweetness and laced with aromatic fresh basil for a vibrant herbal twist. With just 5 minutes of prep and 7 minutes of cook time, it’s an ideal choice for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Whisked to perfection with milk and cooked gently in butter for a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these eggs are seasoned simply with salt and pepper to allow the basil’s bold aroma to shine. Serve alongside crusty toast or fresh fruit for a balanced, refreshing start to your day. Perfect for basil lovers and those seeking a unique spin on scrambled eggs, this recipe highlights simplicity and flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with milk, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
2. Stack the fresh basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice into thin strips (a chiffonade). Set aside.
3. Heat a medium, non-stick skillet over low to medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt and coat the pan evenly.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and let it sit undisturbed for about 10-15 seconds until the edges begin to set.
5. Using a silicone spatula, gently push the eggs from the edges to the center, allowing the uncooked parts to flow to the edges. Continue this process as the eggs cook, forming soft curds.
6. When the eggs are almost set but still slightly creamy, sprinkle the sliced basil over the top and fold it gently into the eggs.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately to prevent overcooking. The residual heat will finish cooking the eggs.
8. Plate the Sweet Basil Eggs and serve warm. Pair with toasted bread or fresh fruit for a complete breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 778 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 888 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
