Can I make cloud eggs in an air fryer?

Yes, you can! To adapt a cloud eggs recipe for an air fryer, set the temperature to about 370 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the mounds of whites on a piece of parchment paper inside the basket. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, add the yolk, and cook for another 2 minutes. Since air fryers circulate air very quickly, keep a close watch to prevent the tops from burning.

Can I store leftovers?

Unfortunately, cloud eggs do not store or reheat very well. The delicate structure of the whipped whites will collapse once they cool down, and reheating them often makes the texture quite rubbery. It is definitely a dish that is meant to be enjoyed right out of the oven. If you have extra eggs, it is better to only cook what you need and save the raw eggs for another time.

What if I don't have parchment paper?

If you don't have parchment paper, you can use a silicone baking mat. If you have neither, you must grease your baking sheet very well with butter or oil, but be warned that the clouds are still very likely to stick. Parchment paper is truly the best tool for this specific job to guarantee they come off the pan cleanly.

Can I make this recipe vegan?

A traditional cloud eggs recipe relies entirely on the unique properties of egg proteins, so it is difficult to replicate exactly. However, you can use aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas) to create a similar whipped foam. You won't have a yolk to put in the middle, but you could use a dollop of seasoned vegan cheese or a yellow veggie puree to mimic the look.

Easy Cloud Eggs Recipe - How To Make Fluffy Whipped Eggs

Ingredients

Scale

4–6 Fresh Large Eggs
Pinch of Salt (or cream of tartar)
Optional: 1-2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Separate eggs
Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks. Ensure absolutely no yolk contaminates the whites.
Step 3: Beat egg whites
Add a pinch of salt or cream of tartar and beat the egg whites to stiff peaks using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 4: Fold in cheese or herbs
Gently fold in optional grated cheese or herbs without deflating the whipped whites.
Step 5: Shape the clouds
Spoon whipped whites onto the baking sheet in mounds and create indentations for yolks.
Step 6: Bake whites
Bake the whites for 3 minutes until slightly golden.
Step 7: Add yolks
Carefully add one yolk into the center of each baked cloud.
Step 8: Bake again
Return to oven and bake for 2-3 minutes for runny yolk or 4-5 minutes for firm yolk.
Step 9: Serve
Serve immediately while the whites are still warm and fluffy.

Notes

For best results, use the freshest eggs possible and ensure they are at room temperature before whipping. Do not overbeat the whites, as they can become grainy. Serve immediately to prevent deflation.

Author: Mike
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, High Protein

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 Cloud Eggs
Calories: 170
Sugar: 0.5g
Sodium: 410mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
Trans Fat: 0.1g
Carbohydrates: 1.4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 375mg

Keywords: Cloud Eggs, Fluffy Eggs, Baked Eggs, Breakfast, Brunch, Healthy, Easy, Protein