Here’s a super easy, fluffy, no-fuss recipe for a Baked Egg Omelette with Cheese — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep!
🍳 Baked Egg Omelette with Cheese
⭐ Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup milk or cream
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional mix-ins:
- Chopped bell peppers
- Onions
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
- Mushrooms
- Cooked bacon/ham/sausage
- Green onions
- Herbs (parsley, chives)
🔥 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×9 baking dish or an 8×8, or use a small casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs + milk/cream until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the cheese and any optional add-ins.
- Pour the mixture into the greased dish.
- Bake for 25–35 minutes, or until:
- the center is set
- the top is slightly golden
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Add salsa or hot sauce on top
- Serve with toast, roasted potatoes, or fresh fruit
- Fold in cooked veggies or meat to turn it into a full meal
- Cut into squares for easy meal prep breakfast boxes
💡 Tips
- Want it extra fluffy? Use ¼ cup cream cheese mixed into the eggs.
- Want it extra cheesy? Sprinkle extra cheese on top halfway through baking.
- Want a higher-protein version? Add cottage cheese to the egg mixture.
If you want, I can give you:
- A keto version
- A veggie-packed version
- A 4-ingredient super quick version
Just let me know!
