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Cloud Eggs Recipe

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Cloud Eggs are an elegant, fluffy twist on traditional eggs, featuring whipped egg whites baked to airy perfection, topped with rich yolks and a sprinkle of cheese. This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch and offers a light, protein-packed start to your day.

Ingredients

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Eggs

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 small pinches salt (a pinch per egg)

Cheese

  • 1/4 cup grated cheese (Gruyere, Swiss, or Parmesan)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with the rack placed in the middle position. Line a roasting pan or baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat to prevent sticking and withstand high temperatures.
  2. Separate the eggs: Carefully separate the egg yolks from the whites, ensuring no yolk contaminates the whites as this will affect their ability to beat properly. Keep the yolks in separate small bowls to make it easier to add later.
  3. Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks: Using a very clean mixer bowl (free of any oils), add a small pinch of salt to each egg white. Begin whisking on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until the whites form stiff peaks that hold their shape firmly.
  4. Fold in the cheese: Gently fold the grated cheese into the whipped egg whites, taking care not to deflate the mixture to keep it light and airy.
  5. Mound the egg whites: Spoon the egg white mixture into two mounds on the lined baking sheet, shaping them into nests with an indentation in the center to hold the yolk later.
  6. Bake initial whites: Bake the egg white nests in the preheated oven for 3 minutes to start setting them.
  7. Add the yolks and finish baking: Remove the oven rack carefully, gently place one separated yolk into the center indentation of each nest. Return the baking sheet to the oven and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the yolks are just set but still soft.
  8. Serve immediately: Once baked, serve the cloud eggs immediately to enjoy their fluffy texture and rich flavor at their peak.

Notes

  • Make sure the mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for the best egg white volume.
  • Use fresh eggs for better separation and whipping volume.
  • You can customize the cheese type based on personal preference; hard cheeses like Parmesan provide a sharp flavor, while Gruyere or Swiss provide a milder taste.
  • Serve with toasted bread, avocado, or fresh herbs for a complete breakfast.
  • Do not overbake or the yolks might harden too much; yolks should remain slightly runny.

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