Description
These classic Baked French Eggs make breakfast feel like a Parisian morning at home, delivering simple elegance with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. Creamy eggs nestled in ramekins with herbs and cream create a quick, luxurious start to your day that feels straight from a French countryside kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 large eggs
- 8 ounces Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to exactly 350°F and grab a medium-sized baking dish for the eggs.
- Crack 12 large eggs into a mixing bowl, whisking them thoroughly with 8 oz of grated Parmesan cheese and ½ cup heavy cream.
- Season the egg mixture with a pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper, mixing until all ingredients are completely combined.
- Transfer the creamy egg mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Slide the dish into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for precisely 22 minutes, watching for the eggs to set without overcooking.
- Check the eggs at the 20-minute mark by gently shaking the dish – they should look slightly firm but not dry or rubbery.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 3-4 minutes, allowing the eggs to finish setting and cool slightly.
- Serve the baked eggs warm, cutting them into generous portions that showcase the creamy Parmesan texture.
Notes
- Whisking eggs thoroughly ensures a smooth, creamy texture that prevents any lumpy or uneven cooking.
- Ceramic or glass baking dishes work best for even heat distribution and preventing the eggs from sticking.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like chives or thyme sprinkled on top for an extra burst of flavor that elevates the dish.
- Check the eggs around the 18-minute mark to avoid overcooking, as they continue to set after removing from the oven.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 to 8
- Calories: 226 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg