Mini Egg Bake

This easy (and perfectly portioned) egg bake is the perfect breakfast recipe for a casual weekend morning or pre-made weekday meal. I love these egg bakes because they can be made in advanced or savored right out of the oven, and best of all, they can be completely personalized to your preferences!

You could even create an egg bake station next time you’re hosting a brunch or planning a meal for your family!

Start with a small ramekin like the one shown below:

Add sliced mushrooms

Add sliced mushrooms

Add minced shallots

Add minced shallots

Add diced tomatoes

Add diced tomatoes

Add 2 eggs

Add 2 eggs

Scramble with a splash of milk or cream

Scramble with a splash of milk or cream

Top with your favorite cheese

Top with your favorite cheese

Bake until firm

Bake until firm

Mini Egg Bakes

Ingredient ideas:

Meat:

  • Smoked salmon

  • Bacon

  • Pancetta

  • Chorizo

  • Crab

  • Deli ham

  • Prosciutto or country ham

  • Breakfast sausage

  • Grilled shrimp

  • Lobster

  • Thinly sliced steak

Dairy:

  • Ricotta

  • Cream cheese

  • Chevre

  • Feta

  • Gruyere

  • Cheddar

  • Fontina

  • Mozzarella

  • Parmesan

  • Sour cream

Produce:

  • Sautéed mushrooms

  • Spinach

  • Avocado

  • Tomatoes

  • Artichoke hearts

  • Sautéed asparagus

  • Leeks

  • Scallions

  • Caramelized onion

  • Red or yellow bell pepper

  • Chile peppers (such as jalapeño or poblano)

Herbs:

  • Chives

  • Parsley

  • Basil

  • Dill

  • Thyme

  • Cilantro

Directions:

1. Prepare ingredients of your choosing and add them to a small ramekin. Make sure that the ramekin is not more than half full to allow room for the egg(s).

2. Add in 1-2 eggs, scramble if desired. Optional: Add milk or cream when scrambling to provide extra moisture.

3. Top with cheese, bacon crumbles, or other favorites.

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes depending on desired firmness. If eggs are not scrambled and mixed, you may want to cook for a lower length of time to allow for runny yolks.

Megan Moore, RDN, CD

Megan Moore, RDN, CD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 10 years of experience specializing in obesity science and bariatric surgery nutrition.

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