NC Egg Association | Cloud Eggs with Ham

Cloud Eggs with Ham

Servings: 4 Total Time: 25 mins
Make Cloud Eggs by whipping egg whites to stiff peaks, then add grated Parmesan cheese and ham and bake the yolk in the center.
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Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 25 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. PREHEAT oven to 450°F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. SEPARATE egg whites and yolks; place egg whites in large bowl and yolks in small bowl.
  3. SEASON egg whites with salt and pepper. Using whisk or hand mixer, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in Parmesan, ham and chives.
  4. SPOON egg whites into 4 mounds onto prepared baking sheet, indenting corners to resemble nests. Bake for about 3 minutes or until slightly golden.
  5. GENTLY place egg yolk in center of each egg white cloud. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for about 3 minutes or until yolks are just set.
  6. ENJOY

Pro Tips

Serve with toast, an assortment of croissants and fresh fruit for an impressive easy-to-make brunch.