Fluffy Baked Scrambled Eggs
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This Fluffy Baked Scrambled Eggs recipe is always a hit! Whether you’re trying to get an easy morning meal on the table for family or hosting a crowd for holidays or brunch. It’s a favorite breakfast in our house all on its own, but it’s also a quick way to make eggs for breakfast burritos and breakfast sliders.
Looking for more easy breakfast recipes for a crowd or holidays? These Fluffy Baked Scrambled Eggs are perfect for the family and pair well with sweet favorites like Easy Cinnamon Rolls, Cheese Danishes, Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread, or Sheet Pan Pancakes.
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Why We Love Baked Scrambled Eggs
- Quick and Easy. With a simple ingredient list, just a few minutes of prep time, and a quick cooking time, this recipe is a great way to get breakfast on the table fast.
- Amazing Texture. Oven baking ensures perfectly light and fluffy eggs every time.
- Feed a Crowd. If you’re hosting brunch or having houseguests, this dish is the easiest way to get breakfast ready for everyone.
- Pairs Well: Complements sweet breakfast favorites like Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits and French Toast Casserole.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Butter (melted)
- Large Eggs
- Milk
- Water
- Salt
- Chives (Optional)
How to Make Oven Baked Scrambled Eggs
When you are making this recipe, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs together with milk, water, and salt.
- Transfer the egg mixture to a buttered baking dish. Place the casserole dish in the center of the oven rack and bake in a preheated oven.
- Halfway through baking stir the eggs with a rubber spatula and again when the eggs are nearly finished cooking.
- Bake for a few minutes longer before removing from the oven.
- Garnish with chives if desired and serve.
Kitchen Tips
Instead of a baking dish, you can use a cast iron skillet, muffin tin, or disposable pan.
Adjust the measurements to make either double or half but bake it for the same amount of time. If you double the recipe, be sure to use 9 x 13 pan.
You can prepare the egg mixture ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator overnight or transfer to a mason jar to take when traveling or on camping trips.
Storage
These simple scrambled eggs can be stored in the fridge or freezer, making them perfect for make-ahead meals.
Refrigerate/Leftovers
Once the eggs have cooled, cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or transfer them to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze
Place the eggs in a freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. You can also prepare a breakfast burrito or entire breakfast sandwiches — just wrap them in parchment paper, and store in freezer bags for a quick and easy meal you can heat in the oven or microwave.
Tips For The Best Baked Eggs
- Bake scrambled eggs at 350°F for the best results. To avoid overcooking, remove them from the oven when they appear slightly underdone.
- Adding water to scrambled eggs is the key to making them super fluffy. The water creates steam during cooking, which helps to puff up the eggs and give them a light, fluffy texture.
Variations or Additions
- Meat – Meat lovers can stir in cooked ham, bacon, or breakfast sausage before baking.
- Vegetables – Add in spinach, mushrooms, or diced bell peppers and onions.
- Cheese – Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top before the last few minutes of baking. Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese both work well, but you can use your own favorite cheese, too.
- Heat – Give the eggs a spicy kick with a few dashes of hot sauce or by stirring in diced jalapenos. For gentle heat, stir in some ground black pepper.
- Dairy – Instead of milk you can use heavy cream. You can also substitute sour cream for some or all of the milk. Or for a non-dairy option, use almond milk or coconut milk instead.
- Benedict – Make a scrambled egg version of eggs Benedict by prepping toasted English muffins and hollandaise sauce while the eggs are baking.
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Fluffy Baked Scrambled Eggs
This oven baked scrambled eggs recipe will give you fluffy scrambled eggs every time. Ideal for holiday brunches and family gatherings, it's the easiest way to whip up eggs for a crowd!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ⅛ cup water
- ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- Chives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Use a pastry brush to coat the sides of an 8-inch or 9 x 9-inch baking dish with the melted butter. Set aside.
- Add the eggs, milk, water, and salt to a mixing bowl. Use a wire whisk or fork to whisk until combined.
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the eggs for 10 minutes in the center of the oven.
- Using a rubber spatula stir the eggs and pull the eggs from the sides of the pan.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir the eggs again and pull the eggs from the sides of the pan.
- Bake for a final 2-5 minutes or until the liquid has cooked out.
Notes
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