Healthy & budget-friendly, oven baked eggs are incredibly easy and so delicious! Once you learn how to bake eggs in the oven, youll whip up a batch for for weekend brunches, weekday breakfasts, & more!
Learning how to bake eggs in the oven was a complete game-changer for me. Seriously, you won’t believe how easy it is to do!
I use ramekins but you can use well-greased muffin tins, to create the most beautiful runny eggs in a matter of minutes. The rich flavor of runny yolks dressed up with fancy garnishes like feta cheese, chives, and more will have your guests singing your praises and raving for days. It’s no secret I love a good savory breakfast or brunch! Whether I’m cooking for myself or feeding a crowd, eggs are one of my go-to ingredients for a simple, healthy and satisfying meal. After all, with recipes like Easy Sheet Pan Baked Eggs and Vegetables, Healthy Breakfast Egg Muffins, and Easy Shakshuka, there’s something for everyone! Topped off with creamy feta, fresh veggies, and bright herbs, oven baked eggs are the ultimate easy breakfast or brunch. These eggs are simple enough to serve every day, but pretty enough for a celebration. I promise you they are guaranteed to become your new favorite recipe.
Whip them up in no time for casual gatherings, weekday mornings, weekend brunch and everything in between!
Making your eggs in the oven will result in a similar texture to hard-boiled eggs, but you can make the egg yolks a LITTLE bit softer. However, they will never be as runny as a fried egg. The beauty of baked eggs is that there is no shell to deal with! Simply slide the eggs out of the pan and you are ready to eat!
How to Bake Eggs in the Oven
Learning how to bake eggs in the oven might be the single most important culinary skill to keep in your arsenal. Kidding! Kind of. Ready in roughly 10 minutes, this recipe is truly a lifesaver when you need a delicious meal ASAP! Here’s how it’s done:
Prepare: First things first, don’t forget to preheat your oven to 375°F and position a rack in the middle of your oven.
Fill the ramekins: Using a liberal hand, coat the bottoms and sides of your ramekins (or muffin tins) with extra virgin olive oil, and carefully crack 1-2 eggs in each dish. Ramekins that are 4 ½ inches round can hold 2 eggs. Otherwise, just stick with 1! 
Bake: Place the ramekins on a sheet pan, and bake for about 8 minutes or until the egg whites are slightly set. Remember, the eggs will continue to cook and set after they are removed from the oven. So, it’s important to keep a close eye on them to prevent overcooking and achieve the beautiful runny yolk. If, however, you prefer yolks on the firmer side, leave them in the oven for a minute or two longer. 
Garnish and serve: To finish up, ad an extra dash of seasonings for even more flavor, and go to town with all your favorite toppings! Once you’re satisfied serve your baked eggs immediately, and enjoy!
Ingredients: What You’ll Need to Make the Best Baked Eggs
Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, this baked eggs recipe proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Take a look at everything you’ll need:
- Extra virgin olive oil: Any of our extra virgin olive oils will work great with these baked eggs to prevent them from sticking to the ramekins while adding a slight boost of savory flavor and healthy fats.
- Eggs: Large eggs are best. Use 1-2 for every person you’re serving.
- Salt and pepper: A good sprinkle of both helps enhance the rest of the ingredients for a delicious, bold taste.
- Aleppo pepper flakes: Technically optional, this adds just a pinch of sweet heat that takes this recipe to the next level. If you don’t have Aleppo pepper, red chili flakes taste great as well!
- Optional toppings: Of course, you can serve baked eggs on their own, but what fun is that? Make them truly showstopping with toppings like feta cheese, chopped chives, parsley, microgreens, and chopped tomatoes!
What Will Happen if you Microwave an Egg
FAQ
Is it safe to put eggs in the oven?
Does egg rise in the oven?
How do you tell if an egg is cooked in the oven?
What is the safe temperature for eggs in baking?
Why should you cook eggs in an oven?
Cooking eggs in an oven offers several advantages. Firstly, it allows you to cook a large quantity of eggs at once, making it convenient for feeding a group of people. Additionally, oven cooking provides a more consistent and evenly cooked result compared to stovetop methods.
How can one tell if an egg is bad?
The egg is not good when its shell has micro cracks or is broken, when it is shaken and seems too fluid, when it has been on the shelf for many days and especially out of refrigeration. It is also possible to do the egg immersion test in water. If when placed in a bowl of water the egg sinks to the side, this means that the egg is still fresh. But if he stands up, it means he’s not fresh.
Can You bake eggs in the oven?
No, it is not recommended to bake eggs in their shells directly in the oven. The heat can cause pressure to build up within the shell, leading to an explosion. This can be dangerous and messy. To bake eggs in the oven, you need to crack them into a suitable baking dish or muffin tin. How can I make baked eggs without them becoming runny?
How do you cook eggs without overcooking?
Set your oven to 350 degrees. Spray your pan with non-stick cooking spray, then crack eggs, one at a time into a bowl and transfer to each slot. I like to cut through the yolk with a knife so the yolk spreads out a bit. This allows more even cooking of the entire egg without overcooking. Give ’em a sprinkle with salt and pepper.