extra-large eggs
Rich in choline, selenium, and high-quality complete protein; contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants associated with eye health. One extra-large egg provides approximately 7-8 grams of protein and approximately 80-90 calories.
About
Extra-large eggs are the second-largest standard commercial egg size classified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), weighing between 2.25 and 2.625 ounces (64-74 grams) per egg. These eggs are produced by mature hens, typically laying breeds such as Leghorns or Rhode Island Reds, and possess proportionally larger yolks and whites compared to standard large eggs. The shell is typically off-white to brown in color depending on breed, and the interior composition remains consistent with commercial eggs: a nutrient-dense yolk surrounded by protective albumen (egg white).
Culinary Uses
Extra-large eggs are employed interchangeably with large eggs in most baking and cooking applications, though they yield slightly higher liquid and fat content per egg. They are particularly useful in recipes requiring substantial egg content, such as custards, quiches, egg-based sauces (hollandaise, béarnaise), and rich cake batters where the additional yolk enriches flavor and texture. In frying and poaching, their larger yolk creates more visually impressive presentations. For precise baking requiring strict ratios, standard conversion (one extra-large egg ≈ 1.3 large eggs) should be applied to prevent moisture imbalance in delicate preparations.
Used In
Recipes Using extra-large eggs (9)
Blueberry, Orange Bread Pudding with Strawberry, Rhubarb Sauce
This Recipe is From The April 2002 Chef of The Month Interview with Arlene Ward.
Cherry Clafouti Tart
Please warn everyone that the pits are still in the cherries when you serve this! The pits give added flavor to the tart, and it also makes the dish very easy to prepare.
Chèvre and Ricotta Cheese Frittata
Chèvre and Ricotta Cheese Frittata from the Recidemia collection
Green Tea Custard
Green Tea Custard from the Recidemia collection
Honey Cookies
Honey Cookies
Inarizushi
Inari-zushi: rice stuffed in fried tofu (abura a-ge) All sushi has rice in it, but not all sushi uses nori as a wrapper.
Omelet for Two
Copyright 2006, Barefoot Contessa at Home, All Rights Reserved Show: *Barefoot Contessa Episode: * Breakfast In, Breakfast Out
Pastelon de Platanos Maduros
Sweet plantain baked with every thing, but the kitchen sink.
Pulla
Pulla Finnish cardamon coffee bread (for 2 pound breadmaker). This is a bread machine version of Finnish Pulla, which tastes just like my grandmother's Swedish cardamom bread. It's yummy.