Decadent Shirred Eggs for Effortless Brunch Bliss

Enjoy decadent shirred eggs, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for brunch, featuring creamy goodness with lush yolks.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 2

Total Time 22

Servings: 2 ramekins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 291

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ramekin

1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Grease the ramekin; can use dairy-free alternative.
1/3 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with high-fat oat milk for dairy-free.

For the Eggs

2 large Large Eggs Use local, farm-fresh for best flavor.
1 pinch Salt Adjust to personal taste.
1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground enhances aroma.

For Toppings

1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Chives Can swap with green onions or omit.
2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.

Equipment

Oven
Ramekins
baking sheet

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 6-ounce ramekin generously with unsalted butter.
Pour a layer of heavy cream into the greased ramekin, filling it a third of the way.
Gently crack two large eggs on top of the cream.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper, chives, and Parmesan cheese.
Place the ramekin on a baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ramekinCalories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.35gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Shirred eggs are best served immediately. Leftovers do not reheat well.

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