Baked Egg Ricotta Thyme Cups
Baked Egg Ricotta Thyme Cups are an elegant yet simple dish that brings together creamy ricotta and perfectly baked eggs, all infused with the aromatic flavor of fresh thyme. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this flavorful recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it a quick and delightful option to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Spoon one tablespoon of the ricotta mixture into each muffin cup, creating a small indentation in the center.
- Crack an egg into each indentation and season with additional salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny.
- Allow to cool slightly before gently removing from the muffin tin. Serve drizzled with olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg