Oven Style Scotch Eggs
Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Oven Style Scotch Eggs, a modern twist on the classic British pub favorite. This baked version offers a healthier alternative to the traditional deep-fried recipe while maintaining its signature crispy, golden crust and satisfying flavor. Perfectly seasoned ground sausage envelops a tender soft- or hard-boiled egg, all coated in a crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is impeccably versatile—serve it warm for breakfast, at room temperature as a picnic snack, or chilled as a party appetizer. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bake time of 25 minutes, these golden beauties are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 1 piece Large egg (for coating)
- 1 pound Ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently lower the 6 eggs into the boiling water and boil for exactly 6 minutes for soft-boiled or 8 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.
Step 3
Transfer the eggs to an ice bath immediately to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes, then gently peel off the shells.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, season the ground sausage with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions.
Step 5
Flatten each portion of sausage into a thin disc in the palm of your hand. Place a peeled egg in the center and carefully wrap the sausage around the egg, ensuring it is fully covered. Repeat with the remaining eggs and sausage.
Step 6
Set up a breading station with 3 shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
Step 7
Roll each sausage-coated egg first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat it thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs.
Step 8
Place the coated eggs on the prepared baking sheet. Spray them lightly with non-stick cooking spray to help them brown.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage is fully cooked and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Step 10
Let the Scotch eggs cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. They can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (977.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2449.8 |
| Total Fat 147.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 47.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1618.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4235.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 144.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.5g | |
| Protein 134.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 280IU | 0% |
| Calcium 328.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1573.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories