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Baked Eggs with Smoked Salmon

Decadent Baked Eggs with Smoked Salmon for Brunch Bliss

Enjoy Baked Eggs with Smoked Salmon, an elegant brunch dish featuring creamy eggs and smoky salmon.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 ramekins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ramekins
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Grease the ramekins for easy release
  • 4 ounces Smoked Salmon Can substitute with other smoked fish
  • 4 tablespoons Crème Fraîche Can substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 4 teaspoons Fresh Dill Can use chives or parsley as alternatives
For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for best results
  • 4 tablespoons Heavy Cream Can omit for a lighter dish
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 4 cups Boiling Water For the water bath
Optional Serving
  • 1 baguette Toasted Baguette Perfect for dipping
  • 1 bunch Chives Ideal for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • ramekins
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the ramekins with unsalted butter.
  2. Place a layer of smoked salmon in each ramekin, followed by a tablespoon of crème fraîche, and sprinkle fresh dill on top.
  3. Crack a large egg into each ramekin, drizzle with heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill with boiling water up to three-quarters of the way up the sides of the ramekins.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the egg whites are set but yolks are still jammy.
  6. Carefully remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve with toasted baguette and garnish with dill or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ramekinCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 15gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and enjoy with a side salad or Twice Baked Breakfast for a fuller meal.

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