Description
Cheesy egg toast is a quick, satisfying breakfast made with golden toast, melty cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg. It’s easy, customizable, and ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 slice thick-cut bread
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)
- 1 tsp butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped herbs, red pepper flakes, sliced avocado, cooked bacon
Instructions
- Lightly toast bread if using soft slices.
- Press down the center of the bread to form a shallow well.
- Sprinkle cheese around the edges, leaving space in the center.
- Crack an egg into the center. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place prepared toast in the skillet. Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes, until egg is set to your liking.
- Remove from skillet, garnish as desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use a bagel or English muffin instead of regular bread for variety.
- Add sliced tomatoes, spinach, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Top with sriracha or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
- Layer ham or smoked salmon under the egg for a protein boost.
- Bake at 375°F for 10–12 minutes as an alternative to stovetop cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
