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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Eggs

    Eggs Baked in Portobello Mushrooms

    Published: Apr 24, 2019 · Modified: Oct 21, 2022 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 50 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Low Carb / Vegetarian
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    Eggs are always an easy go-to when it comes to a filling breakfast, and these Eggs Baked in Portobello Mushrooms are perfect for a low carb Sunday brunch, or breakfast when you have a little bit more time to cook your eggs. Protein packed eggs, baked in a mushroom for a low carb alternative to putting them on bread and a layer of chopped spinach for a vegetable portion first thing.

    Two plates each with two Portobello Mushrooms with eggs in them.

    This is one of our favourite low carb breakfasts. You just add some greens to a large mushroom cap, crack an egg in to it, season and put in the oven until the egg is cooked to your liking. There are so many ways you can adapt this recipe too, with different vegetables or even some chopped up bacon.

    If you are looking for some other easy breakfast ideas, then why not try our Ham and Cheese Croissants, Microwave Porridge or Freezer Friendly Breakfast Burritos.

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    • Why you will love them
    • Ingredients needed
    • How to make eggs baked in mushrooms - Step by step
    • Health benefits of eggs
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storage
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Extra tips
    • More egg recipes
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    Why you will love them

    • Healthy - Eggs are a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals
    • Quick - This is ready in just 20 minutes.
    • Can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner - This meal is so versatile and we would happily eat it at any time of day.
    • Low in calories - there are only 177 calories for 2 mushrooms and eggs.

    Ingredients needed

    • Portobello mushrooms - There are large cap mushrooms. Try to choose ones that are all even in size.
    • Eggs - We like to use golden yolk eggs because they look really good. We used a medium egg for this recipe, but that will depend on the size of your mushroom cap. Try to choose the highest welfare eggs that you can.
    • Spinach - An easy way to give a green vegetable boost to the eggs. Use fresh rather than frozen.
    • Basil - This adds lots of flavour, and some freshness too. You could use parsley, dill or chives instead.
    • Salt and pepper - season to taste.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make eggs baked in mushrooms - Step by step

    One: Peel the Portobello mushroom caps "skin" so they are no longer dirty. This is better than washing them, as they will absorb water. Remove the stalks.

    Four Portobello mushrooms on a wooden surface.

    Two: Place on a baking tray, stem side up.

    Four Portobello mushrooms on a black baking tray.

    Three: Divide the spinach and basil between the mushrooms.

    Four upturned portobello mushrooms topped with chopped spinach on a black baking tray.

    Four: Carefully crack an egg into each mushroom.

    Four upturned portobello mushrooms topped with chopped spinach and a cracked egg on a black baking tray.

    Five: Season with salt and pepper and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 for 15-18 minutes, until the white of the egg is cooked.

    Four baked portobello mushrooms topped with chopped spinach and egg on a black baking tray.

    Health benefits of eggs

    Eggs are delicious and nutritious, not to mention a great budget friendly ingredient for making versatile meals. They are a great source of protein, Omega-3s and "good" cholesterol. They are a good source of vitamin B12, B6, vitamin D, selenium, and other important minerals! Also, mushrooms with their really meaty texture, are a great source of vitamin D, Iron and Potassium.

    A baked egg in a large upturned mushroom topped with chopped herbs.

    Variations

    I think these are a pretty impressive brunch option to serve to a crowd, if you want something that takes almost no effort at all. The great thing about them is that they are so easy to adapt.

    We just added loads of spinach, as our green vegetable intake has been a little on the low side recently, but you could add peppers and onions or even some ham/bacon if you want meat in them.

    If you wanted to jazz these up even more, then add some cheese on top and they are kind of like breakfast mushroom pizzas. These are a great way to use up leftovers. You can also add in some cooked and chopped sausage or bacon.

    Serving suggestions

    If you are eating them by themselves, then a pinch of good sea salt and pepper adds loads of flavour. We are also partial to a good splash of hot sauce on these too.

    Some kind of bread is a must with eggs, right? We love serving these with our Homemade Easy Bagels. Or if you want to try making your own loaf of bread, then why not try our Easy White Loaf Recipe? You could also fold them up in our Homemade Flatbreads with some beans, salsa and guacamole for a breakfast wrap/burrito.

    If you want something extra with your eggs, then we recommend some bacon and our Air Fryer Bacon recipe keeps it a lighter option. You could also add sausages (see how to cook sausages in the oven), smoked salmon or mushrooms.

    Storage

    These are best eaten straight away, however if you do have any leftover then you can put them in an air tight container and store them in the fridge until the next day.

    Two mushrooms with eggs baked into them.

    Frequently asked questions

    Are eggs baked in mushrooms gluten free?

    Yes, as long as there is no cross contamination, then this can be gluten free. Just be careful that whatever you are serving it with is gluten free too.

    Why are my eggs under/overcooked?

    The cooking times are given as a guide, depending on how you like your eggs cooked. However, it will also depend on the size of the eggs you are using, and also your oven. Some ovens cook hotter and some colder - you will know your oven best. Check the eggs after 10 minutes and then cook them until they are done to your liking. They do change very quickly though, so check through the oven window every 30-60 seconds after the 10 minutes.

    Is this recipe dairy free?

    Yes, although you will find eggs with other dairy products, they are actually dairy free.

    Are eggs baked in mushrooms keto friendly?

    Yes, eggs are great for creating keto friendly meals and these eggs baked in mushrooms are suitable for people on keto diets.

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    Extra tips

    • Use the best quality and freshest eggs you can, as it will make a difference. Place the egg in a bowl of water, and if it sinks, it is fresh. Floating eggs should be thrown away because they are too old.
    • Let refrigerated eggs reach room temperature before cooking.
    • You don't have to use spinach in this, you can swap it for other leafy greens like kale.
    • Want more of a meaty dish? Add some chopped cooked bacon at the same time as the spinach.
    • Make sure you season these eggs really well - it really will make a difference to the flavour. Seeing as this is such a simple recipe, a generous pinch of sea salt and black pepper will be needed.

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    Recipe

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    Eggs Baked in Portobello Mushrooms

    By: Dannii
    These Eggs Baked in Portobello Mushrooms are perfect for a  low carb Sunday brunch, or breakfast when you have a little bit more time to cook your eggs.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: British
    Prep: 5 mins
    Cook: 15 mins
    Total: 20 mins
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 177kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 4 Portobello mushrooms
    • 4 Eggs
    • 60 g (2 cups) Spinach - chopped
    • 1 pinch Sea salt and black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon Fresh basil - chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6.
    • Peel 4 Portobello mushrooms so they are no longer dirty (this is better than washing them so they don't absorb water) and remove stem.
    • Place on a baking tray, stem side up.
    • Divide 60 g Spinach and 2 tablespoon Fresh basil between the mushrooms.
    • Carefully crack 4 Eggs into the mushrooms.
    • Season with 1 pinch Sea salt and black pepper and bake for 15-18 minutes, until the white of the egg is cooked.

    Notes

    • Use the best quality and freshest eggs you can, as it will make a difference. Place the egg in a bowl of water, and if it sinks, it is fresh. Floating eggs should be thrown away because they are too old.
    • Let refrigerated eggs reach room temperature before cooking.
    • You don't have to use spinach in this, you can swap it for other leafy greens like kale.
    • Want more of a meaty dish? Add some chopped cooked bacon at the same time as the spinach.
    • Make sure you season these eggs really well - it really will make a difference to the flavour. Seeing as this is such a simple recipe, a generous pinch of sea salt and black pepper will be needed

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 2mushrooms | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 1102mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3300IU | Vitamin C: 11.6mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2.7mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Comments

    1. Pris

      August 28, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      These look FANTASTIC!!!! What a brilliant idea! So simple to make and the most incredible presentation. Talk about fancy :-)

      Reply
    2. camila hurst

      May 22, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      wow this is beautiful!! I'd love to give this a go!!! my husband would love if I made him that for breakfast!

      Reply
    3. Angela Ricardo Bethea

      May 08, 2018 at 2:27 am

      5 stars
      OMG! These eggs baked in Portobello Mushroom looks really delicious and it makes me feel so hungry. I will absolutely try this recipe, my hubby would love this for sure.

      Reply
    4. Becca Talbot

      May 04, 2018 at 10:22 pm

      5 stars
      My goodness! It's like the breakfast of champions here! They look so tasty, but also super healthy x

      Reply
      • Maeve Moore

        March 17, 2021 at 11:46 am

        Breakfast of "champignon"s :)

        Reply
        • Dannii

          March 17, 2021 at 4:25 pm

          haha, very "punny".

          Reply
    5. Laura Dove

      May 03, 2018 at 4:24 pm

      5 stars
      What a fab idea!! I haven't seen this done like this before, they look great and Im sure they taste delicious!

      Reply
    6. Bethany

      May 03, 2018 at 3:14 pm

      These sound fantastic, I love eggs, and I love mushrooms so what could be better. You always make it sound so much more exciting and easy to do.

      Reply
    7. Rachel Evans

      May 03, 2018 at 7:31 am

      5 stars
      I love how many veggies you have packed into this recipe with the extra spinach as well :)

      Reply
    8. Bella and Dawn at Dear Mummy Blog

      May 02, 2018 at 9:35 pm

      5 stars
      We love eggs but never thought about eggs baked in portobello mushrooms, this would be a great healthy snack for us x

      Reply
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