Scrambled Eggs
Learn how to make quick and fluffy scrambled eggs that are soft, creamy, and packed with flavor. This easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and low heat cooking techniques to create the perfect breakfast or brunch dish in under 10 minutes. Customize with your favorite cheese, herbs, or veggies for a personalized touch every time.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Basic Ingredients
- 3 large fresh eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Crack and Whisk: Crack the fresh eggs into a bowl and whisk them gently but thoroughly along with a splash (about 2 tablespoons) of milk or cream. This introduces air, helping keep the scrambled eggs light and fluffy.
- Heat Your Pan: Place a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and melt a small knob (about 1 tablespoon) of butter. Cooking on low heat prevents the eggs from cooking too fast and becoming tough.
- Pour and Let Set: Pour the whisked eggs into the pan and allow them to sit undisturbed for a few seconds to form a delicate base before stirring.
- Stir Gently and Slowly: Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs from the edges toward the center, folding them over as they cook. Continue slow stirring to create soft folds and a creamy texture.
- Remove Before Fully Cooked: When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly runny, remove the pan from the heat. Residual heat will finish cooking the eggs perfectly, keeping them creamy and soft.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook eggs slowly on low heat to prevent rubbery results.
- Add milk or cream early by whisking it into the eggs before cooking for fluffiness.
- Fold gently instead of constant stirring to preserve soft curds.
- Season with salt and pepper just before or after cooking to avoid breaking down the eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
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