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egg yolk in a egg white cloud

Egg in a Cloud [only 3 ingredients!]

  • Author: Sammi
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: 6 clouds 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Eggs in a cloud are a healthy way to enjoy your protein with an over easy egg dropped in the venter of a beautifully whipped baked egg whites. Only 3 ingredients involved! Vegetarian option.


Ingredients

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  • 4 egg whites
  • 1/8 tsp cream of tarter
  • 3 Tablespoons bacon bits [if using]
  • 3 Tablespoons cheese [your choice!]
  • Fresh basil

Instructions

  1.  Preheat oven to 375. 
  2. Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper. 
  3. Place two small bowls in front of you. One for the whites and one for the yolks. Separate egg whites and yolks making SURE not to break the yolk. [If a yolk breaks, you cannot use that yolk or white. Wawa.] Dump each egg white, one at a time into the a dry mixing bowl. 
  4. Using whisk attachment, turn mixer to medium/high. Add cream of tarter while whipping. 
  5. Continue to whip for approx 3-5 min or until stiff peaks form. YOU CANNOT OVER WHIP! 
  6. Turn off and fold in bacon bits and cheese if using. 
  7. Using a large spoon, spoon a spoonful of whipped egg whites onto the cookie sheet and make a nest with the back of the spoon, being careful to leave the bottom intact. 
  8. Bake for 3-5 min or until firm. 
  9. Carefully dump each egg yolk into the baked “cloud” egg whites. Place back in the oven and bake for another 3-5 min or until your desired yolk doneness consistency is reached. 
  10. Sprinkle with fresh basil and enjoy!

Keywords: Egg whites, high protein, fresh basil, breakfast