Eggs Roll-Ups

Ingredients for these Eggs Roll-Ups

• 6 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk or water
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus a pinch for the filling
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil, for the pan
• 4 thin slices deli ham or turkey (optional)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese, such as cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella
• 1/2 cup baby spinach, chopped
• 1/4 small red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, but lovely)
• Fresh herbs like chives or parsley, chopped, for sprinkling
• Hot sauce or chili flakes, to taste

Instructions

1. Crack the eggs into a medium bowl. Add the milk or water, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture looks smooth and lightly frothy. A fork works fine, but a whisk brings it together faster.
2. In a small bowl, stir together the cream cheese and Dijon until spreadable. Season with a tiny pinch of salt. This is your quick glue that helps the roll-ups hold and tastes creamy without being heavy.
3. Set a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add about a teaspoon of butter or a light swirl of oil. When it shimmers, pour in about one quarter of the egg mixture. Tilt the pan so the eggs form a thin, even layer, almost like you’re making a crepe.
4. Let the egg sheet cook for 45 to 60 seconds, until just set on top and lightly golden underneath. If you’re nervous about flipping, you don’t have to. Just cover the pan for 15 seconds and the top will set from the steam. Slide the egg sheet onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture to make four sheets, adding a touch of butter or oil as needed.
5. While the last sheet finishes, pile your fillings near you. Think assembly line. Ham or turkey, cheese, spinach, bell pepper, herbs. A little hot sauce ready if you like a kick.
6. Take one warm egg sheet and spread a thin swipe of the cream cheese mixture over the surface. Not too much. You want just enough to help things stick. Lay 1 slice of ham or turkey on top, sprinkle with a small handful of cheese, add a few spinach leaves and a spoonful of bell pepper. Finish with herbs and a few drops of hot sauce if you’re feeling it.
7. Roll it up gently but snugly from one edge to the other, like a tiny sleeping bag. The warm egg will flex without cracking. Place seam side down for a moment to help it seal. Repeat with the remaining sheets and fillings.
8. If you want melty cheese, return the roll-ups to the skillet over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, turning once. They’ll warm through and get a light toasty spot here and there. Or, if you’re impatient like me some mornings, eat them right away at room temp. Still great.
9. Slice each roll-up in half on a diagonal for a little café vibe. Serve with extra herbs, a few cherry tomatoes, or a quick green salad. Coffee on the side, maybe. Or a sparkling water and a quiet minute before the day ramps up.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Total time: about 22 minutes
• Yield: 4 Eggs Roll-Ups
• Serves: 2 to 4, depending on appetite

Nutritional information

This is an estimate per roll-up, assuming ham, cheddar, and cream cheese are used. Your numbers will vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

• Calories: about 210
• Protein: about 16 g
• Carbohydrates: about 3 g
• Fat: about 14 g
• Fiber: about 0.5 g
• Sodium: about 420 mg

If you swap in turkey, use reduced-fat cheese, or skip the ham altogether and add more veggies, you’ll nudge the fat and sodium down. It’s a pretty flexible base, which is why these Eggs Roll-Ups slip so easily into weekday routines.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make Eggs Roll-Ups ahead of time?

Yes. Cook the egg sheets, cool them, then stack with parchment between each sheet and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, add the fillings and roll. If you want the cheese melty, warm the assembled roll-ups in a pan over low heat or in the oven at 300°F for 5 to 7 minutes. I’ve even packed them in a lunchbox with an ice pack, and they hold up surprisingly well.

What’s the best pan size and heat level?

A nonstick skillet between 8 and 10 inches wide works best. Medium heat keeps the eggs tender and prevents browning too fast. If the egg edges crisp before the center sets, your pan’s a bit hot. Pull it off the burner for 20 seconds, breathe, and try again. The goal is a thin, flexible sheet that bends without cracking.

How can I make these vegetarian or dairy-free?

Vegetarian is easy. Skip the ham or turkey and load up with sautéed mushrooms, roasted peppers, caramelized onions, or leftover broccoli. Add cheese if you like, or try mashed avocado for creaminess. For dairy-free, use olive oil instead of butter, skip the cheese and cream cheese, and add flavor with pesto, hummus, or a drizzle of tahini-lemon sauce. A sprinkle of nutritional yeast gives a nice savory note.

Eggs Roll-Ups

Recipe by William Jones

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

12

minutes

Calories

210

kcal

Eggs Roll-Ups are one of those simple, satisfying things you can make when your fridge looks a little bare and you still want something warm and comforting. Think thin, tender sheets of seasoned egg, a bit like a super soft crepe, wrapped around a creamy filling. Nothing flashy. Just honest, quick food that tastes good and keeps you full. I like them because they’re flexible. You can go classic with ham and cheese, or toss in leftover roasted veggies and a swipe of pesto. Eggs Roll-Ups are the kind of breakfast or light lunch that gently says, hey, we’ve got this.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons milk or water

• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus a pinch for the filling

• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil, for the pan

• 4 thin slices deli ham or turkey (optional)

• 1/2 cup shredded cheese, such as cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella

• 1/2 cup baby spinach, chopped

• 1/4 small red bell pepper, finely diced

• 2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, but lovely)

• Fresh herbs like chives or parsley, chopped, for sprinkling

• Hot sauce or chili flakes, to taste

Instructions

• Crack the eggs into a medium bowl. Add the milk or water, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture looks smooth and lightly frothy. A fork works fine, but a whisk brings it together faster.
• In a small bowl, stir together the cream cheese and Dijon until spreadable. Season with a tiny pinch of salt. This is your quick glue that helps the roll-ups hold and tastes creamy without being heavy.
• Set a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add about a teaspoon of butter or a light swirl of oil. When it shimmers, pour in about one quarter of the egg mixture. Tilt the pan so the eggs form a thin, even layer, almost like you’re making a crepe.
• Let the egg sheet cook for 45 to 60 seconds, until just set on top and lightly golden underneath. If you’re nervous about flipping, you don’t have to. Just cover the pan for 15 seconds and the top will set from the steam. Slide the egg sheet onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture to make four sheets, adding a touch of butter or oil as needed.
• While the last sheet finishes, pile your fillings near you. Think assembly line. Ham or turkey, cheese, spinach, bell pepper, herbs. A little hot sauce ready if you like a kick.
• Take one warm egg sheet and spread a thin swipe of the cream cheese mixture over the surface. Not too much. You want just enough to help things stick. Lay 1 slice of ham or turkey on top, sprinkle with a small handful of cheese, add a few spinach leaves and a spoonful of bell pepper. Finish with herbs and a few drops of hot sauce if you’re feeling it.
• Roll it up gently but snugly from one edge to the other, like a tiny sleeping bag. The warm egg will flex without cracking. Place seam side down for a moment to help it seal. Repeat with the remaining sheets and fillings.
• If you want melty cheese, return the roll-ups to the skillet over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, turning once. They’ll warm through and get a light toasty spot here and there. Or, if you’re impatient like me some mornings, eat them right away at room temp. Still great.
• Slice each roll-up in half on a diagonal for a little café vibe. Serve with extra herbs, a few cherry tomatoes, or a quick green salad. Coffee on the side, maybe. Or a sparkling water and a quiet minute before the day ramps up.