Description
This Baked Feta Eggs recipe offers a simple yet flavorful Mediterranean-inspired breakfast. Creamy crumbled feta cheese provides a tangy base for perfectly baked eggs seasoned with herbs and spices, all finished with fresh parsley or basil and served alongside toasted bread. It’s an easy dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, with optional add-ins to customize the flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg and Cheese Base
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Serving
- Toasted bread, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dish.
- Prepare the baking dish: Drizzle the olive oil in a small oven-safe skillet or baking dish, then add the minced garlic, spreading it evenly for flavor infusion.
- Add feta and seasonings: Scatter the crumbled feta cheese evenly across the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and dried oregano or thyme for added aroma and spice.
- Crack eggs: Carefully crack the eggs over the feta cheese, spacing them slightly apart to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Season eggs: Lightly season the eggs with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the egg whites are fully set but yolks remain runny. For firmer yolks, bake for a few minutes longer.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil, and serve hot accompanied by toasted bread for dipping.
Notes
- Add cherry tomatoes, spinach, or olives before baking for a Mediterranean twist and extra flavor.
- This dish works well for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner option.
- Adjust baking time depending on your preferred egg yolk consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
