Bacon Parmesan & Chive Egg Clouds (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 large eggs
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1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
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1/4 cup green onions or chives, thinly sliced
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Carefully separate the egg whites from the egg yolks. Place all the egg whites in a large mixing bowl. Place each egg yolk in a separate small ramekin or bowl to make it easier to add them to the egg whites later.
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Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2 minutes. The whites should be firm enough that they hold their shape when the beaters are lifted.
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Gently fold in the grated parmesan cheese, crumbled bacon bits, and sliced green onions or chives. Use a rubber spatula and fold with a light hand to maintain as much air in the egg whites as possible.
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Spoon the egg white mixture into 4 equal mounds on your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Use the back of a spoon to create a small well in the center of each mound - this is where the yolk will go.
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Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 3 minutes, until the egg whites begin to set and turn slightly golden.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully slide one egg yolk into the well of each egg white cloud.
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Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 3-5 minutes. Cook for 3 minutes for runnier yolks or up to 5 minutes for more set yolks.
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Remove from the oven and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with additional sliced green onions or chives if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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These egg clouds make a beautiful and impressive breakfast or brunch dish that's surprisingly easy to prepare.
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For best results, make sure your egg whites are completely free of any yolk, as even a small amount of yolk can prevent the whites from forming stiff peaks.
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Feel free to customize with different mix-ins like different herbs, cheeses, or other cooked meats.