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Keto Avocado Egg Boats - A Simple, Satisfying Low-Carb Breakfast

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe but firm avocados
  • 4 small eggs (or 2 large eggs, separated into whites and yolks if needed)
  • 2–3 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled (optional, but recommended)
  • 2–3 tablespoons shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onions
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Olive oil or avocado oil, for greasing the baking dish
  • Lemon wedge, for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set it to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a small baking dish or line a sheet pan with parchment.
  2. Prep the avocados: Halve them lengthwise and remove the pits. If the holes are small, scoop out a little extra flesh to make room for the eggs. Save that extra avocado for topping or a quick snack.
  3. Stabilize the halves: To stop wobbling, slice a thin bit off the rounded bottom of each avocado half or nestle them in a foil “boat” so they sit flat.
  4. Add seasoning: Sprinkle the avocado cavities with a pinch of salt and pepper. This builds flavor from the start.
  5. Crack the eggs: For small eggs, crack one into each avocado half. For larger eggs, separate the whites and yolks. First pour in enough white to fill most of the cavity, then gently place the yolk on top.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the center of the oven. Bake 12–16 minutes, depending on how set you want the yolks. Check at 12 minutes for runny yolks; go longer for firmer centers.
  7. Add toppings: In the last 2–3 minutes, sprinkle on cheese and bacon so they warm and melt without overbaking the egg.
  8. Finish: Remove from the oven and top with chives or green onions, a pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes, and a squeeze of lemon if you like.
  9. Serve: Enjoy warm with a fork and spoon. Add a side salad or sautéed greens if you want a bigger meal.