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Eggs in Clouds with Parmesan, Chives, and Bacon Recipe

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  • Author: Eliza
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Eggs in Clouds is a light and fluffy breakfast dish featuring whipped egg whites mixed with Parmesan cheese, chives, and bacon, baked to create airy mounds with runny or slightly set yolks. This elegant recipe is perfect for a special morning meal that feels decadent yet is simple to prepare.

Ingredients

Eggs and Dairy

  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

Herbs and Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup chives, chopped
  • Pepper to taste

Additional Ingredients

  • 3 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Separate the Eggs: Carefully separate the egg yolks from the whites. Place the whites in a large metal mixing bowl and keep each yolk in its broken shell or transfer to four separate small bowls for easy handling later.
  2. Whip the Egg Whites: Using a mixer or whisk, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This step is crucial to get the cloud-like fluffiness in the final dish.
  3. Fold in Flavorings: Gently fold the shredded Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, and crumbled cooked bacon into the whipped egg whites, taking care not to deflate the airiness.
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Spoon the whipped egg white mixture into four mounds on the sheet.
  5. Create Wells for Yolks: Using the back of a spoon, make a deep well or indentation in the center of each mound. This will hold each egg yolk during baking.
  6. Initial Bake: Bake the mounds in a preheated oven at 450°F (232°C) for 3 minutes. This sets the whites partially so that they hold their shape when adding the yolks.
  7. Add the Yolks and Season: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully add one egg yolk into each well. Season each with a pinch of black pepper to taste.
  8. Final Bake: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, depending on desired yolk doneness. This results in soft-set yolks, perfect for dipping.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for best whipping and flavor results.
  • If you prefer firmer yolks, bake for an extra 1-2 minutes.
  • Variations include adding herbs like parsley or scallions instead of chives.
  • Ensure the egg whites are at room temperature before whipping to achieve stiffer peaks.
  • This recipe can be doubled but bake in batches to avoid crowding the baking sheet.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipekind.com/eggs-in-clouds-with-parmesan-chives-and-bacon-recipe/