Maple-Bacon Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Creamy scrambled eggs with smoky bacon and a hint of maple syrup, finished with vibrant chive garnish for a satisfying morning. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, combines large eggs, applewood-smoked bacon, pure maple syrup into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 4 oz applewood-smoked bacon
• 1 tsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh chives
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook 4 oz applewood-smoked bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving 1 tbsp fat in the skillet.
2. Step 2: Whisk 6 large eggs with 1 tsp pure maple syrup and 2 tbsp heavy cream in a bowl until smooth.
3. Step 3: Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in the bacon skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until softly set and creamy, about 3 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in the cooked bacon pieces and 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives, cooking for 1 more minute until chives are wilted but bright green.
5. Step 5: Transfer to plates immediately, ensuring no dry edges remain from the skillet.