Scrambled eggs are a classic breakfast that doesn’t need to be fancy. This guide will help you make the perfect scrambled eggs every time.

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a plate of scrambled eggs on a table with a cup of coffee and cracked egg shells

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Choose the Right Pan

One trick that I’ve learned is to not over crowd your pan. If you pan is a 12 inch pan, you only want to cook 12 eggs in it at a time. If your pan is only 8 inches, then only 8 eggs should be cooked. My pan of choice is a cast iron skillet. I use them to cook almost everything in my kitchen. They are easy to maintain and cook evenly for the perfect scramble. Whatever you choose, make sure it is nonstick for the best results.

Crack and Whisk

Crack your eggs into a bowl and whisk them thoroughly. You want to combine them completely so they become a yellow color and you can’t see a separation between the yolk and the white. Whisking also adds air to the eggs, so the more you whisk, the fluffier your eggs will be. If you want your eggs creamy, add a splash of milk or cream while whisking.

eggs being whisked in a glass bowl with a fork

Preheat the Pan

Preheating your pan in a crucial step to make scrambled eggs. Place you pan over low/medium heat and add your butter. Let the butter melt completely and swirl it around to cover your pan.

lady melting butter with a butter knife in a cast iron skillet

Pour and Stir

Pour the eggs mixture into the pan. Let it sit for 30 seconds to a minute. Once it starts to cook around the edges, gently and slowly stir the eggs, pulling from the edges toward the center and folding over.

whisked eggs being poured into a cast iron skillet

Cook Slowly

Cook your eggs slowly over low eat, stirring frequently but gently. Often I will stand over the pan and stir slowly for the entire cooking time. This keeps the eggs from burning on the bottom of the pan and helps them cook evenly. It doesn’t take long, only a few minutes and you’ll have perfect scrambled eggs.

lady stirring eggs with a metal spatula in a cast iron skillet

Season at the End

Add your favorite seasonings at the end of the cooking time. A generous sprinkle of salt and some pepper are perfect.

Remove from the Heat

Even after you turn off your burner, the eggs will continue to cook in the pan. To prevent them from overcooking, turn the burner off just before the eggs are done cooking. Then take them out of the pan and plate them. This keeps them creamy and fluffy, rather than rubbery and crunchy.

scrambled eggs on a white plate on a table next to a white mug and a cracked egg shell

Whether you’re preparing breakfast for a crowd of just enjoying a quiet morning meal, these tips will ensure your scrambled eggs are perfectly soft, creamy and satisfying every time.

Perfect Scrambled Eggs

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Ingredients

1-2 tbsp butter
2-4 eggs
2 tbsp milk or cream optional
salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat a medium sized skillet on low/medium heat
Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter to the pan and melt
In a bowl, crack and whisk eggs thoroughly
If using, add milk and cream while whisking
Pour eggs into melted butter and let sit for 30 seconds to 1 minute
Once the edges are starting to cook, stir the eggs gently and slowly, pulling from the edges toward the middle and flipping
Remove from heat as soon as the eggs are cooked completely
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and enjoy!

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