As the festive season winds down and the bustle of New Year’s resolutions looms, many of us crave solace in the simple pleasures of comfort food. Whether you’re cozied up under a warm throw or catching up with friends after holiday celebrations, the desire for satisfying, flavorful meals remains universal.
When it comes to eggs, options like poached, fried, or scrambled usually take center stage. Yet, there’s an understated, comforting method that often goes unnoticed—a nostalgic recipe perfect for those moments when you want something soothing and familiar.
On TikTok, a food enthusiast named Coco shared her passion for what she calls “eggs in a cup.” She revealed that growing up, a nearby French bakery sold this delightful dish, but it’s become rare to find on menus today.
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Coco explained that she enjoyed this preparation “all the time” during her childhood and continues to do so “to this day.” Recognizing its rarity, she felt compelled to introduce this dish to a wider audience.
The process is simple: start by boiling three eggs, setting a timer for six and a half minutes. While the eggs cook, toast a slice of bread—Coco even bakes her own, though store-bought works perfectly.
Next, prepare a bowl of ice water and immerse the eggs after boiling to halt the cooking. Generously butter the toast using your favorite high-quality butter, as Coco notes, “When you’re using just three ingredients, use the best.”
Peel the eggs and place them in a cup. Season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Then, crack open one egg to reveal a perfectly runny yolk. The final step? Mash everything together until you reach a creamy, gooey consistency.
The ideal way to enjoy this dish is spooning portions of the egg mixture onto the buttered toast. Taking that first bite, Coco declared, “Eggs in a cup are the best things ever.”
The comments reflect a shared love for this comforting recipe—some call it “guggy egg,” a name familiar in parts of Ireland, while others fondly remember parents making it quickly before school. Some even add butter directly into the warm egg for extra richness.
Simple, nostalgic, and irresistibly comforting, “eggs in a cup” offers a delicious way to bring a little warmth and familiarity to your table.