Eggs en Cocotte (Baked Eggs with Smoked Salmon) - Well Seasoned Studio (2024)

If you’re looking for an easy, elevated brunch recipe that is sure to impress your friends and family, these custardy baked Eggs en Cocotte with smoked salmon are the answer! One spoonful, and we’re certain you’ll agree.

What Are Eggs En Cocotte?

Eggs en cocotte (also called oeufs cocotte) are individual baked eggs that are typically served in small ramekins. They’re often made with cream, cheese, and other ingredients, like smoked salmon, bacon, or vegetables. These insanely cute baked eggs are a popular brunch dish, but they can also be served for a light lunch or dinner with a baguette or a simple salad. Consider pairing with our Frisée Salad!

What makes this recipe special?

• Smoked salmon! The creamy eggs are set off by the salty smoked salmon, tangy, crème fraîche, and fresh dill.
• Texture and taste! The eggs are soft and velvety, with a slightly runny yolk. The smoked salmon adds a smoky taste and the dill adds a bright, herbaceous flavor.
• Quick prep and cook time! They’re ready in just 20 minutes!!

You’ll love these baked eggs with smoked salmon for a special occasion or a weekend brunch.

Ingredient Notes

Eggs en cocotte are seriously easy to make, and also extremely versatile! Feel free to mix and match ingredients (we’ve got suggestions below) — just stick to our cook times to ensure proper doneness.

• Unsalted butter: Used to grease the inside of the ramekins before adding baked egg ingredients.
• Smoked salmon: One of our all time favorite ingredients! No need to save this for bagels and lox, it’s fantastic with baked eggs.
• Crème fraîche: Similar to sour cream, crème fraîche has a tangy, sour taste and is smooth and creamy.
• Fresh dill: A perfect complement to the smoked salmon (or lox) and crème fraîche.
• Large, fresh eggs:
• Heavy cream: This is what gives traditional eggs en cocotte their distinctive creamy texture.
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper:
• Toasted baguette or brioche sticks: for serving! Trust me, you’ll want some toasty bread to dunk into those glorious soft egg yolks!
• Fresh chives: We love the addition of chives for serving, which add a delicate onion flavor.

How To Make Baked Eggs en Cocotte

1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Grease ramekins with butter, then place in a large, deep oven-safe dish.
2. Add mix-ins! For these oven baked eggs, we’re adding smoked salmon, creme fraiche, and dill. Tarragon would be delicious too!
3. Add the eggs! Crack the eggs into small bowls, then carefully place one in each ramekin.
4. Drizzle with heavy cream. Pour just a little bit of heavy cream on top of the egg whites, leaving the yolks exposed (if possible). Give each egg a light sprinkle of Kosher salt and black pepper.
5. Water bath! Pour enough boiling water into the baking dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
6. Bake. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking. We recommend beginning to check for doneness at 12 minutes to prevent overcooking. Serve immediately with fresh chives!

FAQs

Expert Tips

• Use fresh, high quality eggs! The quality of the eggs makes a big difference in the flavor.
• Watch the eggs, being careful not to overcook! Personally, we like our eggs en cocotte to have soft, runny yolks — the better for dipping bread in! The baked eggs can quickly go from soft and jammy to over cooked and hard boiled very quickly. Check them every few minutes to ensure cooking to your preferred doneness.
• Serve immediately! If left to sit for long after cooking,the egg will continue to cook and harden.
• While you’re prepping the eggs, boil water in a kettle. This way you’re not waiting for hot water!
• These are the little Staub ramekins used for this recipe.

Other flavor combinations to try!

• Spinach, feta, and caramelized onions
• Bacon and Cheddar or Gruyere cheese
• Sun dried tomatoes, goat cheese, garlic, and fresh basil
• Grated Parmesan cheese and lots of freshly ground black pepper
• Prosciutto, fresh tomatoes, and cubed mozzarella

Honestly, the possibilities are endless! And if you like spice, you can always serve with a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce!

Truly, this is one of the most elegant, restaurant-worthy egg dishes you could hope for! Make it once, and we’re certain it’ll become a regular in your breakfast rotation.

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