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Savory Egg Custard with Crispy Bacon Air Fryer Recipe

This rich, creamy custard topped with crispy bacon makes an indulgent high-protein meal perfect for those following a carnivore lifestyle.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Light Dinner
Cuisine American, Carnivore/Keto Fusion
Servings 2
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer (small to medium basket, fits two ramekins)
  • Two small ramekins

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup clarified butter or tallow
  • 4 strips of bacon cooked and crumbled
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 300°F.
  • Prepare the custard mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, clarified butter, and salt (plus any cheese or garlic if using a variation) until smooth.
  • Pour into ramekins: Lightly grease two small ramekins and divide the custard mixture evenly.
  • Cook in the air fryer: Place ramekins in the air fryer basket and cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the custard is set but slightly soft in the center.
  • Cook the bacon: While the custard is cooking, crisp the bacon in a pan or air fryer, then crumble into small pieces.
  • Top the custard: Remove ramekins and top each with bacon crumble.
  • Serve: Enjoy hot for a warm, savory protein-rich meal.

Notes

Flexible Carnivore Diet

Cheesy Custard:
  • Add a small amount of grated cheese to the egg mixture
Garlic Custard:
  • Add minced garlic to the egg mixture for a more savory flavor

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalProtein: 25gFat: 35g
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