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Baked Eggs Napoleon

Baked Eggs Napoleon: Flaky Pastry Brunch Heaven Awaits

Experience Baked Eggs Napoleon, a stunning brunch dish with flaky pastry cups and creamy spinach filling that will impress your guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry Cups
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Can be substituted with homemade pastry or phyllo.
  • 4 large Eggs Use organic or free-range for higher quality.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Substitute with kale or Swiss chard.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with ricotta or goat cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Replace with half-and-half or dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Gruyere or vegan cheese.
  • 1 medium Shallot
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Optional.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Chives Substitute with parsley or scallions.

Equipment

  • ramekins
  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Eggs Napoleon
  1. Start by thawing the puff pastry according to package instructions, ensuring it's pliable but still cold. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease four 4-inch ramekins with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut circles large enough to fill the ramekins, then gently press each circle into the ramekins, allowing a slight overhang at the edges.
  3. Line each shaped pastry shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Remove weights and parchment, then bake for another 3-5 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, sauté finely chopped shallots and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  5. Carefully spoon the creamy spinach mixture into each baked pastry shell and crack an egg over each filled shell. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Beat an egg in a small bowl and brush it along the pastry edges for a golden finish. Optionally, sprinkle with additional seasoning.
  7. Transfer the ramekins to the oven and bake for 12-18 minutes until the whites are set and yolks are slightly runny.
  8. Remove from the oven, allow to cool for a minute, and garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Baked Eggs Napoleon in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze unbaked pastries for up to 1 month and bake straight from the freezer.

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