Description
Learn how to make delicious French-style scrambled eggs that are creamy and full of flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs:
- 4 large eggs
Butter:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Heavy Cream (optional):
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk gently until well combined. Do not overwhisk.
- Cook Eggs: Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over low heat. Pour in the eggs and let them sit briefly. Stir slowly and continuously with a silicone spatula, folding gently.
- Finish Eggs: Cook the eggs for 5-8 minutes until just set and creamy. Remove from heat before fully cooked. Stir in heavy cream if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish and serve.
Notes
- For the creamiest texture, cook the eggs low and slow. Avoid high heat to prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 eggs
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 315mg
