Baked eggs

Looking for tasty lunch ideas? Nutrient-rich and packed with protein, eggs are one of the most popular options out there. But if you’re looking for an easy alternative to scrambled or poached eggs, there are plenty of ways to cook eggs in your AEG oven and enjoy delicious results.

From tomato baked eggs to smoky chipotle dishes, discover our top baked egg recipes below for inspiration.

Can you cook eggs in the oven?

Oven-baked eggs are a healthy option for a tasty breakfast, lunch or snack. Whether you prefer a slice of smoked salmon with your eggs or want to try a hearty shakshuka, there are plenty of recipes to choose from.

Wondering how to cook eggs in the oven? To do this, you’ll need an oven-safe dish. Grease the dish with olive oil and crack in an egg, then place it on a tray in the oven. If you’re not sure how long to bake eggs in the oven, aim for around 10-15 minutes at 190°C.

  • Chipotle baked eggs

    Kickstart your day with a plate of chipotle baked eggs, packed with flavour. These are super easy to make and can be ready to eat in less than 30 minutes. Start by frying some onion and garlic in a pan until they’re soft, then mix in ingredients like chopped tomatoes, ½ of a chipotle pepper, mixed beans and malt vinegar, and leave it all to simmer for a few minutes. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish, add some grated cheese, and crack in the eggs. Cook your eggs for around 15 minutes at 180°C.

  • Baked eggs with hot smoked salmon and herbs

    For a nutritious dish that you’ll turn to time and time again, try this oven-baked eggs and smoked salmon idea. Melt some butter in a pan and fry some chopped onion until it’s soft. Mix in ingredients like double cream, creamed horseradish, lemon juice, parsley and hot smoked salmon. Place the mixture in an oven-safe dish and crack in the eggs. Grate some parmesan over the top, cover the mixture with foil and leave it to cook in the oven for around 20 minutes at 200°C.

  • Fried eggs in the oven

    Cooking for a group? Try this easy fried egg idea, which is perfect for a family breakfast. Preheat your oven to around 200°C and leave a baking tray inside for 15 minutes. Crack your eggs into a measuring jug – you’ll need around 10. Remove the baking tray from the oven, drizzle over some olive oil and pour the eggs onto it, taking care not to crack the yolks.

    Place the tray in the oven for around 5 minutes until the eggs are white. Season with salt and pepper, and enjoy! You could pair your fried eggs with a range of foods, such as sausages, smoked salmon, or roasted vegetables.

  • Tomato baked eggs with soured cream

    If you love vegetarian dishes, you’ll love this tomato baked egg idea. This is a budget-friendly meal that you can create with ingredients you likely already have in your cupboard.

    Fry some red onion in a non-stick pan, then add some garlic. Stir in ingredients like chopped tomatoes, sugar and vinegar, and leave the sauce to simmer for several minutes. After that, make indentations to the sauce and crack in the eggs. Cook the eggs for around 5 minutes.

  • Oven-baked shakshuka

    Shakshuka is a Middle Eastern dish that typically consists of poached eggs in a tomato sauce, spiced with cayenne pepper, paprika and cumin. You can make shakshuka in the oven with a few simple steps.

    Grab an oven-safe dish and mix in some chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, tomato sauce, peppers and olive oil. Then, add some herbs and spices, and mix it all together.

    Cook the mixture in the oven for around 30 minutes at 200°C, then take it out and crack in the eggs. Put the dish back in the oven to cook for a few more minutes, then serve. For a protein-rich addition to your shakshuka, try incorporating beans – any tinned beans you have in the cupboard will work in this recipe.

    Try out these baked egg ideas with our innovative range of ovens at AEG, with options to suit every kitchen. Browse our multifunction ovens to elevate your cooking experience and master your favourite meals.