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FRENCH ELEGANCE
The 3-Ingredient, Secretly Easy Eggs I'm Making for Mother's Day
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5.0 (165)|(2 Reviews)French baked eggs (Εufs cocotte) with heavy cream, melted gruyΓ¨re, and fresh chives served with toast soldiers.
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By Haley Scarpino (Recipe Developer)β’Published May 6, 2026
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Simply Recipes / Haley Scarpinoπ₯ 280 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Feels luxurious enough for Mother's Day or holiday brunch.
- Just 3 ingredients: eggs, heavy cream, and Gruyère.
FRENCH ELEGANCE
The 3-Ingredient, Secretly Easy Eggs I'm Making for Mother's Day
Shirred eggs (also called baked eggs) look and taste like luxury from a Parisian cafe, but require only 5 minutes of prep. Eggs baked gently in individual ramekins with heavy cream, butter, and cheese until whites set and yolks stay rich and runny. Difficulty: Easy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time20 mins
Servings2 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 4 tbsp heavy whipping cream (1 tbsp per egg)
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or fontina cheese
- 1 tbsp butter for greasing ramekins
- Fresh chopped chives & crusty toast for dipping
Directions
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Butter ramekins
Butter two 6-oz ramekins. Spoon 1 tbsp cream into bottom of each ramekin.
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Crack eggs and top
Carefully crack 2 eggs into each ramekin. Spoon remaining cream over whites. Season with salt, pepper, and cheese.
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Bake until whites are set
Bake at 375Β°F (190Β°C) for 12β15 minutes until whites are just set and yolks remain soft and jiggling.
π‘ CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Watch closely after 12 minutesβthe eggs continue to cook from residual heat after leaving the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories280 kcal
Protein16g
Carbs2g
Total Fat24g
Sodium: 280mg
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zestβdelicious.
