Cloud Eggs – Plain Chicken

Cloud Eggs Recipe – Light, fluffy cloud eggs with perfectly runny yolks! An easy, fun breakfast that looks fancy but is so simple to make. Perfect with toast, bacon, or avocado for a delicious start to your day!

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Cloud eggs are as tasty as they are fun to make. The fluffy, airy egg whites have a light, delicate texture that almost melts in your mouth, while the rich, runny yolk adds a creamy, savory contrast. Each bite is soft, warm, and perfectly seasoned, making it feel like you’re eating a cloud with a burst of rich egg flavor right in the center. Whether you enjoy them plain or sprinkled with cheese, herbs, or a pinch of salt and pepper, cloud eggs are a simple yet satisfying dish that feels both light and indulgent at the same time.

How to Make Cloud Eggs

This dish is effortless to make with only two ingredients. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate the egg whites and yolks, placing the whites in a large bowl and the yolks in a small bowl. 

Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the cheese and a pinch of salt with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the egg whites. 

Spoon the whipped egg whites onto the prepared baking sheet into six even mounds. They won’t rise in the oven, so shape them exactly how you want them to turn out. Use the back of a spoon to create a shallow well in the center of each pile for the yolks. Bake in a preheated oven until the whites are set and no longer jiggle when tapped. Carefully add a yolk to each well and bake until the yolks are just set but still runny. Garnish with parsley and fresh chives.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• You can use any type of cheese that you enjoy in these eggs. Cheddar or parmesan cheese are our favorites.
  • Don’t like cheese? You can omit it!
• Variations/Additions:
  • cooked bacon
  • cooked sausage
  • chopped veggies
    • onions
    • bell peppers
    • mushrooms
  • dash of hot sauce
  • red pepper flakes
• Store any leftover cloud eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.
  • To reheat, warm them gently in a low-temperature oven at 250°F for about 5 minutes, just until heated through. Be careful not to overcook, or the yolks won’t stay runny.

How to Serve Cloud Eggs

This is my favorite way to eat eggs! I absolutely LOVE the runny yolks!! Cloud eggs are light and airy, making them perfect to serve with a variety of sides for a well-rounded meal. 

• Pair them with buttery biscuits or an English muffin for something crisp to balance their softness. 
• A side of crispy bacon or breakfast sausage adds a savory, salty bite that complements the eggs perfectly. 
• For something fresh, serve them alongside avocado toast, cherry tomatoes, or a simple mixed green salad. 
• If you’re going for a more filling breakfast or brunch, hash browns or roasted potatoes make a great addition. 

Whether you keep it simple or go all out, cloud eggs fit right in with your favorite breakfast sides. You must make these for your next brunch!

Steph