Puffed Cheese Omelet

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this irresistibly light and fluffy Puffed Cheese Omelet! Crafted with just a handful of simple ingredients, including eggs, milk, and your favorite shredded cheese (think sharp cheddar or creamy Gruyère), this oven-baked masterpiece combines the airiness of whipped egg whites with the gooey, savory goodness of melted cheese. Perfectly golden and puffed to perfection, this recipe takes only 20 minutes from start to finish, making it a quick yet impressive dish for two. Serve it straight from the skillet, garnished with fresh chives or parsley for a touch of elegance. Whether you’re hosting guests or indulging in a cozy morning treat, this decadent yet effortless omelet is guaranteed to wow.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Gruyère, or your favorite)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Separate the egg whites from the yolks into two large bowls.

Step 3

Add the milk, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the egg yolks, and whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Step 5

Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the egg yolks, ensuring not to deflate the mixture.

Step 6

Heat the butter in an ovenproof non-stick skillet or omelet pan over medium heat, coating the pan evenly.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is set but the top remains slightly runny.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the omelet.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the omelet is puffed and golden.

Step 10

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven using an oven mitt, and let the omelet rest for 1-2 minutes.

Step 11

Gently slide the omelet onto a serving plate, garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(359.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	841.3

Total Fat 68.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 899.6mg	0%
Sodium 1675.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 199.3IU	0%
Calcium 955.9mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 415.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 4.6%