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Classic Danish Omelette | Easy and delicious recipe
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Classic Danish Omelette | Easy and delicious recipe

A fluffy, golden oven-baked omelette with crispy bacon, tomato and chives – perfect as a light dinner or lunch.

TraditionalEverydayDinnerSvinekødStandardLow carb
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60 min total
4 servings
Very Easy

Ingredients

servings
Units

  • Omelette

    • 10 stk eggs
    • about 0.6 cup cream
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ½ tsp pepper
    • 1 tbsp Butter for greasing

  • Topping

    • 5.3 oz bacon
    • 6 stk cherry tomatoes
    • 1 bundt chives

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven and prepare the dish

    1. Preheat the oven to 200°C fan.
    2. Grease an oven-proof dish thoroughly with butter.
    5 min
    Oven
  2. 2

    Whisk the egg mixture

    1. Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk lightly.
    2. Add cream, baking powder, salt and freshly ground pepper.
    3. Whisk the egg mixture until light and fluffy with an electric mixer (1–2 minutes) – it should become pale and frothy.
    7 min
    Bowl
  3. 3

    Bake the omelette

    1. Pour the egg mixture into the greased dish.
    2. Bake for about 35 minutes, until the omelette is golden, risen and set in the middle.
    3. Tip: The baking builds flavour – let it get a good colour, but keep an eye on it during the last 5 minutes.
    35 min
    Oven
  4. 4

    Fry the bacon and prepare the topping

    1. Fry the bacon until crispy in a pan and let it drain on kitchen paper.
    2. Slice or halve the cherry tomatoes.
    3. Rinse and finely chop the chives.
    10 min
    Medium heat
    PanKnifeCutting Board
  5. 5

    Plate and serve

    1. Take the omelette out and serve it directly from the dish while it is warm and fluffy.
    2. Top with crispy bacon, tomato and a generous sprinkle of chives.
    3. Serve with rye bread on the side.
    3 min

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Details

Nutrition

Calories

290kcal

Protein

18g

Fat

23g

Carbs

3g

Serving Size

200g

Dietary

Allergens

ÆgMælk

Restrictions

  • Indeholder æg
  • Indeholder mælk

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Serve at once.

Drink Pairings

  • • Oven: Sparkling water with lemon

Side Pairings

  • • Boiled potatoes or toasted rye for the sauce

Dessert Pairings

  • • Fruit

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 2 days
  • • Temperature: 4°C
  • • Method: Store in an airtight container in the fridge

Reheating

  • • Pan: Warm over low heat for 3–4 minutes (Low heat)
  • • Oven: Warm for 10 minutes (150°C)

Tips

Preparation

  • • Whisk the eggs well for a fluffy texture.
  • • Add a little cream for extra creaminess if desired.

Cooking

  • • Cook at low heat to avoid a burnt bottom.
  • • Cover with a lid for even cooking.

Serving

  • • Serve immediately while the omelette is still warm.
  • • Garnish with fresh chives for colour and flavour.

Variations

Flavor

  • Add freshly chopped chives straight into the egg mixture.
  • Use cheese for a fuller taste.

Cultural

  • Serve with rye bread and mustard in classic Danish style.
  • Try with potatoes and onion for a Swedish-inspired take.

Health

  • Use turkey bacon for less fat.
  • Replace milk with oat drink for a lactose-free version.

Method

  • Baked

Toppings

  • None

Author

M

Michael

Madskaber med fokus på ro, ærlighed og nordisk hverdagsmad.

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M

Michael

Madskaber med fokus på ro, ærlighed og nordisk hverdagsmad.