Puffed, golden, and loaded with melted Italian cheese, these individual baked eggs feel like a fancy brunch upgrade. Blending the eggs with half-and-half creates a rich, custardy base that bakes up beautifully in ramekins. You'll love how the fresh grape tomatoes and bright herbs cut through the richness. They're simple enough to prep for a quick weekday breakfast, yet elegant enough to serve guests on a Sunday morning.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min
Servings
8
Ingredients
12 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half
½ tsp. kosher salt
¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano
1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved
6 oz. shredded Italian three-cheese blend (about 1½ cups)
Instructions
1Heat the oven to 450°F. Combine the eggs, half-and-half, salt, and black pepper in a blender and process until completely smooth. Blending introduces air, which helps the frittatas puff up beautifully. Mix the chopped chives, parsley, and oregano together in a small bowl.
2Arrange 8 lightly greased 4-inch ramekins across two baking sheets. Divide the halved grape tomatoes, 1 cup of the Italian cheese blend, and the mixed herbs evenly among the ramekins.
3Pour the blended egg mixture carefully into each ramekin over the tomato and herb filling. Top each portion evenly with the remaining ½ cup of cheese.
4Place one baking sheet on the middle rack and the other on the lower rack. Bake for 7 minutes, then swap the positions of the baking sheets. Continue baking for another 7 to 8 minutes until the eggs are fully set.
5Remove the top baking sheet from the oven. Move the bottom baking sheet up to the middle rack and bake for an additional 1 to 2 minutes so the tops can lightly brown.
Notes
Make ahead: Bake these the night before and store them in the fridge. They're a great grab-and-go breakfast.
Reheat: Microwave a single frittata for 30 to 45 seconds until warmed through.
Swap: Feel free to substitute the Italian cheese blend with shredded cheddar, Gruyère, or Monterey Jack.