Description
This Baked Avocado with Eggs and Cheese recipe is the perfect way to start your morning. Creamy avocados are filled with perfectly baked eggs, topped with golden melted cheese, and infused with the aromatic flavor of garlic. It’s quick to prepare, healthy, and tastes absolutely divine. Whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a quiet morning, this recipe will brighten your day with its delicious simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 avocados (halved)
- 4 eggs
- 1.8 ounces hard cheese (such as Parmesan or cheddar), grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Avocados
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat.
- Slice and Pit the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. If the pit cavities are small, scoop out a little of the flesh to make room for the eggs.
- Season: Brush the avocado halves lightly with olive oil and season with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.
Step 2: Add the Filling
- Crack the Eggs: Carefully crack one egg into each avocado half. If your avocado cavities are small, use only the yolk and a bit of egg white.
- Add Garlic: Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the eggs for a burst of aromatic flavor.
- Top with Cheese: Generously sprinkle the grated hard cheese over the eggs.
Step 3: Bake the Avocados
- Stabilize: Place the avocado halves in a baking dish. Use crumpled foil or a muffin tin to keep them stable.
- Bake: Bake the avocados in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. Check for doneness at the 12-minute mark if you prefer runny yolks. For firmer yolks, bake for 2-3 minutes longer.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Final Seasoning: Remove the avocados from the oven and sprinkle with additional salt and black pepper if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy them as is, or pair with whole-grain toast, smoked salmon, or a fresh side salad for an extra-special breakfast.
Notes
- For runnier egg yolks, keep a close eye on the avocados around the 12-minute mark.
- Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent them from becoming too mushy during baking.
- Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella, feta, or gouda for a new flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American