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Baked Eggs with Cream and Herbs

This baked eggs dish features eggs gently cooked in the oven with a splash of cream, cheese, and fresh herbs, resulting in a silky, tender final texture. The slow bake creates a soft, barely set yolk surrounded by tender whites, perfect for scooping up with crusty bread. It's an indulgent yet simple breakfast that feels like a warm hug in the morning.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large fresh eggs preferably large and fresh
  • 2 teaspoons heavy cream for a velvety texture
  • 1 tablespoon grated Gruyère cheese or Parmesan, optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped herbs such as chives or thyme
  • to taste salt and freshly cracked pepper season generously
  • optional dash hot sauce for extra flavor
  • a small knob butter for greasing the ramekin

Equipment

  • Ramekin
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven
  • Spoon or small spatula
  • Whisk or fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly butter the inside of a small ramekin to prevent sticking.
  2. Crack the eggs carefully into a small bowl, checking for shells, then gently pour the eggs into the prepared ramekin.
  3. Add a teaspoon of heavy cream over each egg, which will help create that silky, custard-like texture as it bakes.
  4. Sprinkle grated cheese and chopped herbs over the eggs, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Place the ramekin in a baking dish and pour hot water into the dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekin, creating a gentle water bath.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 12-15 minutes, until the whites are just set and the yolk remains slightly runny when gently nudged.
  7. Carefully remove the ramekin from the water bath and let it sit for a minute—this helps the eggs finish gently cooking and sets the whites.
  8. Finish with a dash of hot sauce if you like a spicy kick, and serve immediately with crusty bread or toast for scooping up the silky eggs.