PUFFY DESSERT OMELET

Puffy Dessert Omelet image

Carol Mead of Los Alamos, New Mexico suggests this slightly sweet omelet treat. "It's definitely worth the extra time it takes to fix," Carol comments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 large eggs, separated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced and sweetened
Whipped cream

Steps:

In a bowl, beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form; set aside. In another bowl, beat the egg yolks, sugar, flour, lemon zest and vanilla until smooth. Fold in egg whites. In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add egg mixture. Cook without stirring for 6-7 minutes or until bottom is golden brown. Remove from the heat. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1 minute or just until top is golden (watch carefully). Fold omelet in half; transfer to a serving platter. Top with strawberries and whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 334mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.