A baggie omelet is a fun breakfast recipe kids can help prepare by choosing add-ins, mixing eggs, and building their own omelet combination. Adults should always handle the boiling water and removing the bag from the pot.
Safety note: Use a heavy-duty food-safe bag intended for heating, keep kids away from boiling water, and have an adult place and remove the omelet bag.
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How to Make a Baggie Omelet
This omelet in a bag recipe is a good group cooking activity because each child can choose their own fillings.
Ingredients
2 eggs
Salt and pepper
Shredded cheese
Chopped ham, optional
Chopped vegetables, optional
Directions
Have an adult put a large pot of water on the stove and bring it to a boil.
Put 2 eggs in a heavy-duty food-safe bag.
Press the air out and seal the bag.
Gently squeeze the bag to mix the eggs.
Open the bag and add salt, pepper, cheese, ham, vegetables, or other omelet add-ins.
Press the air out again and seal tightly.
Fold the bag so the eggs stay near the bottom.
Have an adult carefully place the sealed bag in boiling water.
Boil for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through.
Have an adult remove the bag from the water.
Open the bag carefully and slide the omelet onto a plate.
Thank you Ruby B. for this recipe.
Omelet Add-In Ideas
Set out small bowls of add-ins so kids can build their own omelet.
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Baggie Omelet FAQ
Can kids help make a baggie omelet?
Yes. Kids can crack eggs into a bowl, choose add-ins, add cheese, and gently mix the eggs in the bag. Adults should handle the boiling water and removing the bag.
What can you add to a baggie omelet?
Good add-ins include shredded cheese, chopped ham, cooked sausage, spinach, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, or leftover vegetables.
Can baggie omelets be made ahead?
Cooked omelets can be cooled, wrapped, and refrigerated or frozen. Reheat until warmed through before eating.