French Baked Eggs
Discover delicious French baked eggs, also known as Oeuf Cocotte. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Learn how to prepare this classic recipe with just three simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 4 small ramekins
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 4 tbsp single (pouring) cream
- Butter
- Salt & pepper
- Toast
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180C
- Lightly grease each ramekin with butter.
- Crack each egg into a separate ramekin, and pour over 1 tbsp of cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place each ramekin in a 1-inch deep baking tray, and then pour boiling water into the tray, about halfway.
- Carefully transfer the baking tray to the hot oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Serve with buttered toast.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 139Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 202mgSodium: 199mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 7g
Please note, this nutrition information is to be used as a guide only. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
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Oeufs Cocotte (French baked eggs) Recipe
Oeufs cocotte, also known as baked eggs, is a classic French breakfast dish that has been around for centuries. It’s an easy and indulgent way to start the day, perfect for brunch or a special occasion. Traditional recipes call for butter, cream and herbs to be added to the egg before baking in individual ramekins. However, there are plenty of variations on this classic recipe that make it even easier and more delicious. Whether you’re looking for something savoury or sweet, oeufs cocotte is sure to be a hit at your next breakfast gathering!
I love eggs
Did you know that there are a hundred folds in a chefs toque? Each fold in the traditional chefs hat represents the many ways to prepare eggs. Now, I love eggs and have perfected many many ways to cook an egg perfectly (such as this bake eggs (oeufs cocotte) recipe, but 100 ways? That’s beyond my skillset!
If you’re here, you’ve come looking for a simple yet extraordinary baked egg recipe, something truly indulgent.
Baked eggs are a little luxury in my life. There is nothing better than on a dark and dreary, rainy morning preparing these oeufs cocotte and dunking a thick soldier of buttered toast into the runny golden yolks. I can visualise it so easily. Curled up on the sofa, wearing a giant cardigan, a soft and fluffy blanket draped over my legs. And these eggs are my warmth, my golden sunshine when there’s none to be had outdoors.
And feel free to be experimental with this recipe. Give your brunch that extra oomph with the addition of brie or blue cheese to your eggs before baking! The decadent combination is sure to turn out mouth-wateringly delicious.
That Week in Paris
I went to Paris for my birthday in 2017 and, although the experience was less than fun, the food definitely made up for it.
During my stay in Paris, I had to compromise on my strict gluten-free diet which ultimately resulted in a severe reaction due to celiac. Freshly baked French breads are irresistible and had me hooked within no time. I couldn’t help myself!
My five days in Paris were amazing, but could have been much longer if given the opportunity. The food was simply delightful and made my vacation more enjoyable. The real gems and mouthwatering recipes are not easily found in touristy eateries or cafes; it takes a lot of diligence to locate these hidden gems – often traversing twisting streets and going off the beaten track.
It may have been a painful time, but it was thoroughly delicious!
Exploring the world has led me to some of my all time favourite dishes. I’m so blessed to have tried them and will always remember them fondly! Although Covid and my ex-spouse have hindered me from traveling to the extent I have wanted in the past, I can still gratefully remember the phenomenal views and delicious cuisines of the places I’ve been fortunate enough to explore.
