Baked Feta Eggs offer a deliciously creamy and savory breakfast that’s easy to prepare. This recipe features rich feta cheese baked alongside eggs, with fresh herbs and a touch of spice for flavor. The texture is perfectly balanced with melty, crispy edges and tender egg yolks. Whether you’re a beginner or short on time, this dish comes together quickly with pantry staples. Pair it with my Spicy Chipotle Egg Breakfast Sandwiches for a complete morning meal.
Why You'll Love Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast
Enjoy easy, comforting Baked Feta Eggs made with creamy feta, fresh herbs, and baked to perfection. A quick homemade breakfast or brunch favorite!
- Simple ingredients that are pantry-friendly and budget-friendly.
- Ready in under 40 minutes, perfect for busy mornings or weekends.
- Creamy feta combined with perfectly baked eggs creates comforting texture and flavor.
- Beginner-friendly with clear instructions and easy steps.
Ingredients for Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast
Feta Cheese: Use a good-quality block feta for best melting and creaminess; crumbled feta can be used but may be less melty.Cherry Tomatoes: Fresh and ripe tomatoes add sweetness; grape tomatoes work as a substitute.
- Feta Cheese: Use a good-quality block feta for best melting and creaminess; crumbled feta can be used but may be less melty.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Fresh and ripe tomatoes add sweetness; grape tomatoes work as a substitute.
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Preheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet with olive oil.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Arrange ingredients: Crumble the feta cheese into the dish. Scatter cherry tomatoes around it, drizzle olive oil, and sprinkle minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes evenly over the top.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Bake the cheese and tomatoes: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until the feta softens and tomatoes start to blister.
Expert Tips for Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast
- Use a small oven-safe skillet or casserole dish for easy serving and cleanup.
- For a spicy kick, add extra crushed red pepper or a dash of hot sauce before baking.
- Serve with crusty toasted bread to soak up the flavorful juices and creamy feta.
Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast
Enjoy easy, comforting Baked Feta Eggs made with creamy feta, fresh herbs, and baked to perfection. A quick homemade breakfast or brunch favorite!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 7 oz block feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Optional Toppings
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra virgin olive oil drizzle
- Toasted bread for serving
Instructions
How to Make Baked Feta Eggs
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet with olive oil.
- Arrange ingredients: Crumble the feta cheese into the dish. Scatter cherry tomatoes around it, drizzle olive oil, and sprinkle minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes evenly over the top.
- Bake the cheese and tomatoes: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until the feta softens and tomatoes start to blister.
- Add eggs and finish baking: Carefully crack the eggs directly over the softened feta and tomatoes. Return to the oven and bake 12–15 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny (or cook more if desired). Remove from oven and sprinkle fresh parsley and optional toppings before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Baked Feta Eggs Recipe – Easy Homemade Comfort Breakfast FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the dish up to step 3 ahead of time and refrigerate. Add eggs and finish baking just before serving.
Goat cheese or ricotta can be used but feta offers a unique salty tang and creamy melt that works best for this recipe.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 2 days for best taste and texture.
Overbaking causes dryness. Check eggs at 12 minutes and remove as soon as whites are set and yolks retain some softness.
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