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    Home » Recipe Index » Breakfast

    Apple Omelet with Cheddar Cheese

    October 14, 2019 Updated April 4, 2024 By Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN, CD Breakfast, Entrees, Fall Recipes, Recipe Index, Vegetarian Dishes

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    Jump into New England fall with this delicious 10 minute apple omelet for one with sharp cheddar cheese for a protein punch. You may not think apples go in omelets but it's great combined with kale and sharp cheddar cheese!

    close up of an omelette with kale and apples on a plate

    [This recipe was originally posted in October 2016. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

    Table of contents

    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Storage/Reheating Tips
    • Substitutions/Tips
    • FAQ
    • Other good egg recipes
    • Other recipes using these ingredients

    I originally created this simple cheddar and apple omelet after having a similar omelet in New York City. I never would have thought of adding apples to eggs, but seriously, it's so good.

    I added some fresh kale to this omelet, since I had some that needed to be used up. Add it or not, either way! This combination is great with eggs.

    You just need to chop 2 ingredients (kale & apple) to get this super unique and delicious omelet. Make it for breakfast, brunch, or an easy one pan dinner. It's so quick and easy.

    Ingredients

    Scroll down to the apple omelet with cheddar cheese recipe card for the amounts of each ingredient, but here's a quick visual + description of what's in this recipe.

    chopped apples, kale on cutting board, eggs and milk in bowl with labels
    • Eggs
    • Milk
    • Crisp apple: Chopped apple adds crunch and flavor to this apple omelet with cheddar cheese. I recommend a sweet/tart apple that's also crisp. Honeycrisp, pink lady, even granny smith would be good in this omelet.
    • Kale: Kale or spinach is an easy vegetable addition. Onions would be great too. No need to add any of these vegetable options, but they are tasty additions.
    • Sharp cheddar cheese: Shredded shsrp cheddar cheese is best in this omelet, in my mind. But use regular cheddar if you have it. Mozzarella is very mild and doesn't add much flavor. I would stick to a cheddar cheese.

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    Instructions

    Scroll down to the recipe card for more detailed instructions. Here's a quick overview + photos to see how to make this recipe in general.

    hands massaging kale over a cutting board

    Prepare the produce by removing kale leaves from 2 stalks. Next, massage leaves by rubbing them between your hands to soften them.

    chopped kale and apples on a cutting board

    Rip up or chop kale into bite sized pieces. Chop ½ apple into bite sized pieces. Set aside.

    cracked eggs and milk in a bowl

    Add milk and salt/pepper to eggs, whisk together until mixture is smooth.

    egg omelette in a pan with kale, apples, and cheese on top

    Spray hot pan with cooking spray, then pour egg mixture into pan. Once eggs have began to cook, cover egg mixture evenly with kale, apple, and cheese. Cook until eggs are cooked through and cheese is melted.

    Slide a rubber spatula under egg mixture to make sure it doesn't stick to the sides of the pan.

    folding an apple omelette in a pan

    Fold egg mixture over. It's ok if it breaks, it's packed with toppings! Serve your apple omelet with cheddar cheese immediately.

    Storage/Reheating Tips

    Store any leftover apple omelet in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week. Microwave, covered to reheat.

    Substitutions/Tips

    • Use a really crisp apple like honeycrisp, braeburn, or a crisp fuji apple.
    • Don't feel bad if you break your cheddar and apple omelet when folding it. It's easy when you've got lots of goodies inside it.
    • Want to take it up a level? Sautee the kale and apples in some butter before cooking the eggs.
    • Other good add-ins: chopped nuts, thinly sliced onion, green onion, and spinach are great in an apple omelet.

    FAQ

    I don't have sharp cheddar cheese, can I use another type of cheese?

    The sharp cheddar cheese is great in this apple omelet because it's sharpness pairs nicely with the buttery eggs, but if you don't have sharp cheddar on hand medium cheddar would be a good alternative. Goat cheese or feta would work too.

    Do egg and apple go together?

    Yes, they are great together, creamy, slightly sweet eggs and crunchy slightly tart apple taste great together. Enjoy them in an apple omelet, like this recipe.

    What is the best way to cook an omelet?

    Cook it in a small, non stick frying pan over low heat. Lift up edges to let uncooked eggs pour out and cook on the bottom. Flip half the eggs over to create a folded omelet.

    apple omelette on a plate with ingredients on the table

    Other good egg recipes

    • Microwave Egg in a Cup
    • Small Batch Chorizo Egg Casserole
    • Bagel with Eggs
    • Chapati Roll (egg and vegetable wrap)
    • Time Saving Frozen Breakfast Sandwich
    • Breakfast Tacos Recipe

    Other recipes using these ingredients

    When you're cooking for one, you often have leftover produce, cans of whatever ingredient, etc. Here are a couple ideas on how to use up the leftover ingredients. It'll help you save money by wasting fewer ingredients.

    • Apple: Skillet Pork Chops with Apples, No Bake Apple Tart with Yogurt Filling, Sour Apple Smoothie, Apple Crumble Tart.
    • Kale: Simple Warm Kale Salad with Pomegranate Dressing, Sausage & Egg Breakfast Casserole, Kale, Apple, and Pecan Salad
    • Eggs: see egg recipes above.
    • Cheddar Cheese (sharp or regular): Protein Mac and Cheese, Chili without Tomatoes, Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake, Buffalo Chicken Flatbread.

    Did you make this apple omelet? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

    omelet with chopped apples and kale inside

    Apple Omelet with Cheddar Cheese

    Jump into New England fall with this delicious 15 minute apple omelet for one with sharp cheddar cheese for a protein punch. You may not think apples go in omelets but it's great combined with kale and sharp cheddar cheese!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 7 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Author: Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN

    Equipment

    • cutting board
    • knife
    • rubber spatula
    • small sautee pan

    Ingredients

    • 2 eggs beaten
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • cooking spray
    • ½ whole crisp apple like a honeycrisp apple
    • 2 stalks kale
    • 2 tablespoon sharp cheddar cheese shredded

    Instructions

    • Heat up frying pan.
    • Remove kale leaves from 2 stalks, massage leaves by rubbing between hands to soften them. Rip up or chop into bite sized pieces. Chop ½ apple into bite sized pieces. Set aside.
    • Add 1 Tablespoon milk and salt/pepper to eggs, whisk together until mixture is smooth.
    • Spray hot pan with cooking spray, then pour egg mixture into pan. Once eggs have began to cook, cover egg mixture evenly with kale, apple, and cheese. Cook until eggs are cooked through and cheese is melted.
    • Fold egg mixture over. Serve immediately

    Notes

    • Use a really crisp apple like honeycrisp, braeburn, or a crisp fuji apple.
    • Don't feel bad if you break your omelette when folding it. It's easy when you've got lots of goodies inside it.
    • Want to take it up a level? Sautee the kale and apples in some butter before cooking the eggs.
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    About Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN, CD

    Welcome! I’m Rebecca, a food loving dietitian who has been cooking for one for over 10 years. On Nourish Nutrition, you’ll find real, quick, and nourishing recipes for one that'll get you to want to cook for yourself, because you deserve it.

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    Comments

    1. Joyce says

      October 14, 2023 at 8:26 am

      5 stars
      Would like to try your recipe but need nutrition information. Many older people live alone are on particular diet restrictions such as sodium and potassium and protein and phosphorus. And yes calories too. Single person recipes would be wonderful help.

      Reply
      • Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN, CD says

        October 17, 2023 at 1:40 pm

        Hi Joyce, I intentionally don't include nutrition information. You can read why here: https://www.nourishnutritionblog.com/about-rebecca/#h-why-you-won-t-find-nutrition-information-on-the-recipes. I understand the need for specific micronutrient info, you can rely on other single serving websites for this info, use an online calculator, or keep a list of these amounts in foods. Hope that helps get you started. Feel free to reach out and we can figure something out, if you'd like. [email protected]

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    2. Judy Nock says

      June 27, 2021 at 11:58 am

      What are the calories for this recipe? Thank you Judy

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 30, 2021 at 8:27 am

        Hi Judy, I don't include calories on my recipes because our calorie needs change so much and I don't recommend tracking calories except in just a few specific occasions.

        Reply
    3. Irina says

      April 21, 2020 at 10:06 pm

      5 stars
      Adding a sweet note to the omelet sounds interesting and inviting. I am going to give it a try tomorrow morning.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 22, 2020 at 9:26 am

        do it! it's super easy & delish

        Reply
    4. Anita says

      April 21, 2020 at 9:38 pm

      5 stars
      I've never thought of adding apples to savory omelet before. This was so easy and truly delicious. A great and fun way to eat more fruits for sure.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 22, 2020 at 9:26 am

        great to hear! it's a game changer

        Reply
    5. Jen says

      April 21, 2020 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      Such an interesting combo. Apple and cheddar is always good but this is new twist!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 22, 2020 at 9:27 am

        yes! try it, it's perfection

        Reply
    6. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

      April 21, 2020 at 7:09 pm

      5 stars
      This omelet looks amazing! I haven't made an omelet in forever, thanks for the idea!!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 22, 2020 at 9:27 am

        oh yes it's time to make one again 🙂

        Reply
    7. Tawnie Kroll says

      April 21, 2020 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      I love the addition of apple in my omelet, thank you!!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 21, 2020 at 7:09 pm

        totally! it's such a great, unexpected treat

        Reply
    8. Kate says

      October 30, 2016 at 10:09 pm

      I love omelets

      Reply
    9. Rebecca says

      October 25, 2016 at 4:51 pm

      looks delish

      Reply
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