Apple Cranberry Omelette Recipe

Transform your Thanksgiving cranberry sauce into a stunning breakfast! This Apple Cranberry Omelette is a festive and flavorful way to use up leftover cranberry sauce (especially our Cranberry Sauce with Apple Cider, recipe #78078, or any whole berry variety). Inspired by a Bon Appetit classic (October 1985), this recipe originally called for lingonberries, but cranberries offer a delicious alternative. Fluffy eggs, sweet apples, and tart cranberries create a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. A show-stopping brunch or a delightful weekend breakfast, this omelette is sure to impress!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 366.9 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Apple Cranberry Omelette

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple Cranberry Omelette

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup leftover cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup diced apple (about 1 medium)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Lemon Juice
  • Ground Cardamom
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Whipped cream (optional)

How to Make Apple Cranberry Omelette

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Pour in the egg mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, gently lifting the edges to allow uncooked egg to flow underneath.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the omelette is softly set but still slightly moist. Do not overcook, or the omelette will become brittle when folded.
  6. While the omelette bakes, prepare the filling: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine 1/2 cup leftover cranberry sauce, 1/2 cup diced apple (about 1 medium), and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until warmed through and slightly thickened.
  7. Remove the omelette from the oven. Spoon 1/3 of the cranberry apple filling onto one half of the omelette.
  8. Carefully slide the omelette onto a serving plate. Fold the empty half over the filled half.
  9. Spoon the remaining filling around the omelette and dust lightly with powdered sugar.
  10. Serve immediately with a dollop of whipped cream (optional) and extra filling, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

55g

Carbs

11g