Puffed Cheese Omelet Recipe

This light and fluffy cheese omelet is an elevated take on a breakfast classic! Inspired by Donna Hay's 'Tastes of Autumn', this recipe is perfect any time of year. A creamy mascarpone, herb, and cheese filling is nestled inside a delicate egg base, creating a surprisingly delightful savory dish. Garlic, rosemary, and sage add depth of flavor (optional, but highly recommended!), and you can easily customize it with your favorite herbs and mushrooms. Get ready for a gourmet breakfast experience in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 191.7 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Puffed Cheese Omelet

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How to Make Puffed Cheese Omelet

  1. Combine 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in an 8-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into the heated skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until the edges begin to set.
  6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese over one half of the omelet.
  7. Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly over the cheese.
  8. Carefully fold the omelet in half to enclose the filling.
  9. Cook for 1-2 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the omelet is cooked through.
  10. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese (optional) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

46g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Puffed Cheese Omelet?

Puffed Cheese Omelet takes about 21 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 16 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Puffed Cheese Omelet?

Puffed Cheese Omelet has approximately 191.7 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Puffed Cheese Omelet?

The key ingredients for Puffed Cheese Omelet are Mascarpone, Chives, Garlic Clove, Rosemary, Sage, Free Range Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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