Cheddar and Jalapeño Cloud Eggs with Crispy Bacon

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Fluffy baked cloud eggs mixed with sharp cheddar and jalapeño, paired with crispy bacon for a flavorful keto breakfast or brunch. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large eggs, sharp cheddar cheese, jalapeño pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the 4 large egg whites with 1/4 tsp cream of tartar using an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Gently fold in 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 small finely diced jalapeño (seeds removed), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper into the egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the mixture evenly into 4 mounds on the prepared baking sheet, creating a small well in the center of each mound.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 3 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and carefully place 4 egg yolks (reserved from the separated eggs) into each well.
  6. Step 6: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 3-4 minutes until the yolks are set but still slightly runny.
  7. Step 7: Meanwhile, cook 6 bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Step 8: Serve each cloud egg with 1-2 strips of crispy bacon on the side for a satisfying keto breakfast.

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