Cheesy Baked Avocado Boats Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Baked Avocado Boats are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines creamy avocado with savory toppings. This recipe is perfect for a quick bite or a healthy appetizer, making it a great addition to your snacks recipe collection.

The preparation is simple and can be customized with various fillings such as cheese, eggs, or vegetables to suit your taste.

Easy Cheesy Baked Avocado Boats Recipe

This Baked Avocado Boats recipe features halved avocados filled with a cheesy mixture, baked until bubbly and golden. The dish takes about 25 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
2 large eggs (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika or chili powder (optional)
Chopped fresh herbs for garnish (like cilantro or parsley)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. If necessary, scoop out a little extra flesh to create a larger cavity for the filling.
Add Fillings: Place the avocado halves in a baking dish. If using eggs, crack one egg into each avocado half. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. If not using eggs, fill the cavity with shredded cheese.
Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, or the eggs are cooked to your liking.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.