Baked Egg Custard with Gruyère and Chives
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This savoury baked egg custard with Gruyère and chives is an elegant addition to any brunch or light lunch menu. The combination of nutty Swiss cheese and fresh, onion-scented chives creates a sophisticated flavour profile, while the addition of cream cheese ensures a rich, velvety texture that melts in the mouth. It is a wonderfully versatile vegetarian dish that feels special enough for a weekend gathering yet remains simple enough for a midweek meal.
Requiring just a handful of whisked ingredients and a short time in the oven, this bake is exceptionally easy to prepare. It is best enjoyed alongside a crisp green salad or some buttery sourdough toast. Whether served as a warm, comforting centrepiece or enjoyed at room temperature for a spring picnic, this custard is a reliable crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients for Baked Egg Custard with Gruyère and Chives
475ml coarsely grated Gruyère (170g)
1/2 cup chopped chives
10 large eggs
350ml whole milk
110g cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoons grated nutmeg
How to make Baked Egg Custard with Gruyère and Chives
Preheat oven to 177°C with rack in middle. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (2 inches deep).
Sprinkle Gruyère and chives evenly in dish.
Blend eggs, milk, cream cheese, and nutmeg in a blender with 1/2 teaspoons pepper and 1/4 teaspoons salt until smooth.
Pour egg mixture over Gruyère and chives in dish and bake until puffed, set, and golden, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine
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