by Diana Rattray
This recipe for shirred eggs is a simple and tasty way to start the morning, and it takes very little hands-on time. The eggs are baked in individual ramekins with a little butter, cream, and your choice of cheese. Just pop them in the oven and let them cook while you get ready for your day!
The directions below are for 1 serving, but the recipe can easily be scaled up for more. For several, arrange the ramekins on a large baking sheet.
Recipe Variations
- Mexican: Mix in some black beans, diced bell pepper, and top with pepper jack cheese. Sprinkle with a bit of chili powder and serve with salsa and avocado slices.
- Italian: Add a dash of Italian seasoning or dried leaf basil, and use mozzarella cheese. After baking, garnish with fresh basil and drizzle a little marinara over the top.
- Mushroom and Spinach: Place some sautéed mushrooms and spinach in the ramekin before adding the eggs, cream, and seasonings. Use fontina, mozzarella, or Parmesan cheese.
- Smoked Salmon: Omit the cheese. Place some smoked salmon slices in the bottom of the ramekin. Add the eggs, cream, and seasonings with a dash of fresh dill.
You might also like these easy scrambled eggs with bacon or spicy and delicious Mexican scrambled eggs, also known as migas.
PrintEasy Shirred Eggs – Baked Eggs with Cheese
Single-serve shirred eggs are a great way to kickstart the day! Just pop them in the oven and they’re ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon butter, melted
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- shredded cheese, your choice
Instructions
- Put the melted butter in a ramekin.
- Break 2 eggs in the ramekin and top with 2 tablespoons of cream and a sprinkling of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the eggs appear to be set with just a little jiggle. Top with a tablespoon or two of cheese and continue baking just until the cheese has melted.
