Delicious Shirred Eggs with Chives for a Cozy Brunch

Enjoy these easy Shirred Eggs, a perfect blend of runny yolks and creamy texture, ideal for brunch.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 2

Total Time 22

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Use non-dairy butter for a dairy-free version.
2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Can substitute with high-fat oat milk or vegan cream.
2 large Eggs Use local, farm-fresh eggs for best results.
to taste Salt
to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper

For the Topping

2 tablespoons Minced Fresh Chives Can substitute with green onions.
2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Omit for a dairy-free recipe or use a vegan alternative.

Equipment

Oven
Ramekin
Baking sheet

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 6-ounce ramekin with unsalted butter.
Pour a splash of heavy cream into the buttered ramekin and add two large eggs on top.
Sprinkle salt, pepper, chives, and Parmesan cheese over the eggs.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the egg whites are set but yolks are runny.
Let the ramekin rest for a couple of minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with Air-Fryer Toast or Spanish Beans Eggs for a complete brunch experience.

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