Cloud Eggs: The Best Viral TikTok Breakfast Recipe

You know those mornings where you’re stuck between wanting something special for breakfast and having zero energy to make it? Or those afternoons when a snack needs to be more exciting than just a piece of fruit? If you’re an egg lover, you have to check out this super simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad for another quick fix. I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit. That’s why my heart did a little happy dance when I finally tried the viral Cloud Eggs everyone was buzzing about on TikTok.

I’ll be honest, I was skeptical. They looked almost too magical to be real. But let me tell you, the first time I pulled a tray of these fluffy, golden-topped clouds out of my oven, I felt like a kitchen wizard. They’re ethereally light, deliciously cheesy, and the process is so simple and fun that it feels more like a science experiment than cooking. It’s the kind of easy, joyful baking that turns an ordinary morning into a tiny celebration. They’re perfect for a lazy weekend, but for the ultimate busy morning hack, my Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos are a total lifesaver. Let’s make them!

Cloud Eggs: The Best Viral TikTok Breakfast Recipe

Recipe by MayaCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2

cloud eggs

Prep time

8

minutes

Cooking time

6

minutes

Calories

85

kcal

Total time

14

minutes

I was so tired of my same-old scrambled eggs, but these Cloud Eggs changed everything. They’re fun to make with kids, perfect for a lazy weekend, and so impressively fluffy it’s hard to believe they only take minutes to whip up!

Ingredients

• 2 – large – eggs

• 1/8 – teaspoon – cream of tartar

• 1 – tablespoon – Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 – pinch – salt

• 1 – pinch – black pepper, freshly ground

• 1 – pinch – chives, fresh, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Carefully separate the egg whites and yolks, placing the whites in a clean, medium-sized bowl and each yolk in its own small, separate bowl.
• Add the cream of tartar to the egg whites. Using a hand mixer (or a whisk and serious elbow grease), beat the whites on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
• Gently fold the grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper into the whipped egg whites.
• Spoon the fluffy egg white mixture into two cloud-like mounds on the prepared baking sheet. Use the back of a spoon to create a small well in the center of each cloud.
• Bake for 3 minutes. Then, carefully slide one egg yolk into the well of each cloud.
• Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 3 minutes, or until the yolks are just set to your liking and the clouds are lightly golden.
• Garnish with fresh chives and serve immediately.

Notes

• Bowl Bliss is Key: Ensure your bowl and beaters are completely clean, dry, and free of any grease. Even a tiny bit of fat can prevent your egg whites from whipping up properly.
• Get Creative with Mix-ins: Feel free to swap the Parmesan for a sharp cheddar, add a pinch of smoked paprika, or mix in finely chopped herbs like parsley or dill.
• Yolk on the Side? If you’re not a runny yolk fan, you can skip placing the yolk in the well and just bake the fluffy white clouds for 5-6 minutes total. They’re delicious served with a side of scrambled eggs!
• Serve Immediately: Cloud Eggs are at their absolute best straight out of the oven when the texture is at its peak light and airy.