Description
A savory, dramatic baked oven puff with a custardy center, tangy goat cheese, bright dill, and tender greens. Light, airy, and elegant—perfect for an effortless yet impressive brunch dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup crumbled plain goat cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill, plus additional fronds for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon, divided
- Coarse kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups tender greens (pea tendrils, watercress, baby spinach, or baby arugula)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, 1/4 cup chopped dill, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Zest the lemon over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and let marinate.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F with a 10-inch cast iron skillet inside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup dill.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until just incorporated.
- On the stovetop, melt the butter in the heated skillet until it browns, about 3 minutes, swirling to coat the pan.
- Pour the batter into the hot skillet and spoon half of the marinated goat cheese into the center.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes, until tall, golden, and puffed.
- Let cool in the pan for 5–6 minutes. Top with the tender greens and dill fronds.
- Spoon the remaining goat cheese on top, drizzle with honey and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, squeeze lemon juice over the greens, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap dill for chives or parsley for milder herb flavor.
- Add shredded Gruyère or Parmesan for a richer puff.
- Top with smoked salmon or roasted cherry tomatoes for a brunch twist.
- The puff naturally deflates after baking—this is normal.
- Reheat leftovers in a low oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
