Description
Light and fluffy cloud eggs featuring a crispy Parmesan cheese edge and a soft, runny yolk center—an elegant yet simple breakfast option perfect for a quick and impressive start to your day.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 2 eggs (separated)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Cheese and Garnish
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: chopped chives or herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Tray: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy removal and cleanup.
- Separate Egg Whites and Yolks: Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks, placing the whites in a clean, dry bowl for whipping and reserving the yolks separately, taking care not to break them.
- Whip Egg Whites: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the egg whites together with the salt until stiff peaks form, meaning when you lift the beaters, the whites hold firm peaks without collapsing.
- Fold in Parmesan Cheese: Gently fold the grated Parmesan cheese into the whipped egg whites, being careful to maintain the fluffy texture to ensure cloud-like mounds.
- Form Mounds and Create Wells: Spoon the fluffy egg white and cheese mixture into two mounds on the prepared baking tray. Make a small well or indentation in the center of each mound to hold the yolks later.
- First Bake of Egg Whites: Bake the mounds in the preheated oven for 5 to 6 minutes until they are set and beginning to turn golden around the edges.
- Add Yolks and Final Bake: Carefully add one egg yolk into each well in the baked egg white mounds. Return the tray to the oven for an additional 3 minutes to lightly set the yolks while keeping them soft.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, sprinkle chopped chives or your choice of herbs on top for color and extra flavor. Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Do not overbake the eggs or the yolks will harden and lose their creamy texture.
- For additional flavor, sprinkle a little garlic powder into the egg white mixture before baking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor.
- Be gentle when folding in the cheese to keep the egg whites fluffy and airy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern American