Decadent French Baked Eggs for a Cozy Breakfast Delight

Indulge in French Baked Eggs, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for breakfast or brunch.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 ramekins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: French

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 tablespoons butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free option.
1 cup crème fraîche Or heavy cream or full-fat yogurt; swap with dairy-free cream for vegan option.

For the Eggs

4 large eggs Fresh eggs are best for optimal flavor.

For the Flavor

4 ounces goat cheese Substitute with feta or your favorite cheese.
2 tablespoons chives Can substitute with other herbs.
2 tablespoons parsley Can substitute with other herbs.
salt Adjust to taste.
pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

Oven
ramekins
Baking Dish
Kettle

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Customizable French Baked Eggs

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bring a kettle of water to boil for the water bath.
Generously butter four 4-5 ounce ramekins.
Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of crème fraîche, heavy cream, or yogurt into each ramekin.
Crack one egg into each ramekin.
Sprinkle goat cheese, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper evenly over the eggs.
Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill it halfway with boiling water.
Bake for 14-16 minutes for runny yolks or 16-18 minutes for jammy yolks.
Carefully remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm with toasted bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ramekinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and monitor baking time closely.

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