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Easy At-Home McDonald's Egg McMuffin
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Easy At-Home McDonald's Egg McMuffin
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Easy At-Home McDonald's Egg McMuffin

Recreate the classic McDonald's Egg McMuffin in your own kitchen with this simple and quick recipe. Featuring a perfectly fried egg with melted cheese, served on a toasted English muffin, seasoned with salt and pepper.
#McMuffin
#Fakeaway
#Breakfast
#Egg Sandwich
#Easy Breakfast
#Quick Meal
#American Cuisine
Preparing the Ingredients
Preparing the Ingredients

Recipe Information

2m
Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
7m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
320
Calories
18g
Protein
31g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Egg and Cheese Cooking
Egg and Cheese Cooking

Ingredients

  • English Muffin
    (Warburtons suggested)

    1 whole
  • Egg
    (Freshly cracked)

    1 large
  • Cheese Slice
    (American or cheddar cheese recommended)

    1 slice
  • Salt
    (To taste)

    1 pinch
  • Black Pepper
    (To taste)

    1 pinch
Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Assembling the Sandwich
Assembling the Sandwich

Instructions

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  • 1

    Toast your English muffin halves until golden brown and warm, either in a toaster or lightly pan-fried.
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    Step 1 visual
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    Toast your English muffin halves until golden brown and warm, either in a toaster or lightly pan-fried.
    2m

    For extra crispiness, you can butter the muffin halves and pan-fry them.
  • 2

    While the muffin is toasting, fry the egg in a non-stick pan to your desired doneness. A ring mold can be used for a perfect circular shape.
    Step 2 visual
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    Step 2 visual
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    While the muffin is toasting, fry the egg in a non-stick pan to your desired doneness. A ring mold can be used for a perfect circular shape.
    3m

    Season the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper while it's cooking.
  • 3

    Once the egg is almost done, place a slice of cheese on top of the hot egg. Cover the pan for a moment to allow the cheese to melt perfectly.
    Step 3 visual
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    Step 3 visual
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    Once the egg is almost done, place a slice of cheese on top of the hot egg. Cover the pan for a moment to allow the cheese to melt perfectly.
    1m

    The residual heat from the egg will help the cheese melt quickly and evenly.
  • 4

    Assemble your McMuffin by placing the cheese-topped egg onto one half of the toasted English muffin, then cover with the other muffin half.
    Step 4 visual
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    Step 4 visual
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    Assemble your McMuffin by placing the cheese-topped egg onto one half of the toasted English muffin, then cover with the other muffin half.
    1m

    Serve immediately for the best taste, ensuring all components are warm.
💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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