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Soft, fluffy scrambled eggs with chives on a plate with buttered toast

Easy Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

Soft, creamy scrambled eggs made with butter over low heat. A simple 7-minute breakfast and the best first recipe for beginner cooks.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water optional
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add the milk and salt and whisk for about 30 seconds, until no streaks of egg white remain.
  2. Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. Pour in the eggs and let them sit for about 20 seconds, until the edges just begin to set.
  4. Use a spatula to gently push the eggs from the edges toward the center, forming soft curds. Keep pushing and folding for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly glossy. They will finish cooking from the heat of the pan.
  6. Season with black pepper and serve right away.

Notes

  • Milk makes the eggs a little creamier and water makes them a little fluffier. Either one works, and so does neither.
  • Cooking for one? Use 2 eggs and 1½ teaspoons butter.
  • Top with chopped chives or green onions if you have them.
  • Add a pinch of garlic powder or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.