Oven Style Scotch Eggs

Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Oven Style Scotch Eggs, a modern twist on the classic British pub favorite. This baked version offers a healthier alternative to the traditional deep-fried recipe while maintaining its signature crispy, golden crust and satisfying flavor. Perfectly seasoned ground sausage envelops a tender soft- or hard-boiled egg, all coated in a crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is impeccably versatile—serve it warm for breakfast, at room temperature as a picnic snack, or chilled as a party appetizer. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bake time of 25 minutes, these golden beauties are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Large eggs
• 1 piece Large egg (for coating)
• 1 pound Ground sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently lower the 6 eggs into the boiling water and boil for exactly 6 minutes for soft-boiled or 8 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.

Step 3

Transfer the eggs to an ice bath immediately to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes, then gently peel off the shells.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, season the ground sausage with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions.

Step 5

Flatten each portion of sausage into a thin disc in the palm of your hand. Place a peeled egg in the center and carefully wrap the sausage around the egg, ensuring it is fully covered. Repeat with the remaining eggs and sausage.

Step 6

Set up a breading station with 3 shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Roll each sausage-coated egg first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat it thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Place the coated eggs on the prepared baking sheet. Spray them lightly with non-stick cooking spray to help them brown.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage is fully cooked and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Step 10

Let the Scotch eggs cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. They can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	977.4 grams (977.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2450

Total Fat 147.00g	188%
Saturated Fat 47.10g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1619mg	540%
Sodium 4235mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 144.40g	53%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 4.50g
Protein 134.60g	269%

Vitamin D 280IU	1400%
Calcium 328mg	25%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 1573mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 23.7%