Luxuriously creamy scrambled eggs enriched with cream cheese, creating a simple yet indulgent breakfast.
Did you know?
Did you know that adding cream cheese to scrambled eggs actually comes from the French technique of adding small cubes of cold butter to eggs for extra creaminess?
Imagine the tender embrace of a creamy texture meeting the comforting warmth of classic scrambled eggs in the morning - that's what you get with this simple, yet sumptuous dish. Fluffy Cream Cheese Scrambled Eggs are not just a breakfast; they're a delightful way to start your day with a touch of indulgence. This dish is a modern twist on an age-old morning staple, with cream cheese adding a luxuriously creamy consistency that elevates the humble scrambled egg to a gourmet level.
Beloved across the globe from the bustling diners of America to the cozy kitchens of Europe, scrambled eggs have been brought to life in countless ways. But it was perhaps the French who, with their love for all things creamy and buttery, may have inspired the addition of cream cheese to this dish. One can almost imagine a Parisian chef, looking to impress with something decadently simple, deciding to blend in the subtle tang of cream cheese to the egg mixture - et voilà! A new variation of scrambled eggs was born.
Ingredients
You'll be amazed by how a few simple ingredients can be transformed into a breakfast delight. Here is what you'll need:
Cream cheese has been used in European cuisines since the 16th century and brings a tangy richness to dishes that is both comforting and luxurious.
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons of cream cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- A pinch of paprika (optional)
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter
Steps
Follow these easy steps to create a breakfast that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a whisk or fork until well mixed.
- Stir in the cream cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed. It’s okay if there are small lumps - they'll melt as the eggs cook.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and paprika if you're using it. Mix well.
- Heat olive oil or melt butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour the egg and cream cheese mixture into the pan.
- Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for a few seconds until they start to set around the edges.
- With a spatula, gently stir the eggs from the edges to the center, letting the liquid egg flow to the bottom of the pan.
- Continue to cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are softly set and slightly runny in places.
- Remove from the heat when the eggs look a little underdone. The residual heat will continue cooking them to perfection.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives or parsley if desired.
Add some extra love
For an extra creamy texture, add another tablespoon of cream cheese or fold in some grated cheese of your choice just before the eggs are fully set.
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