Easy Ham and Cheese Egg-in-Toast Breakfast

Name: Easy Ham and Cheese Egg-in-Toast Breakfast
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 9 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 1 slice Thick slice of toast bread (Preferably brioche or a sturdy white bread); 1 Large egg; 1 slice Cheese slice (Cheddar, Gouda, or your preferred melting cheese); 1 slice Ham or bacon slice (Cooked ham or crispy bacon); 1 tablespoon Butter (Or cooking oil); A pinch Salt (To taste); A pinch Black pepper (To taste); 1 tablespoon Fresh chives (Finely chopped, for garnish)

This quick and easy recipe transforms a simple slice of toast into a delightful, savory breakfast or brunch. An egg is cooked directly within a cutout in the toast, then topped with melty cheese and savory ham, and finally sealed with the toast cutout. Pan-fried until golden, it’s a perfect, satisfying meal that comes together in minutes.

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Preparing the bread

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Breakfast

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

17g

Protein

15g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Egg cooking in toast

Ingredients

Thick slice of toast bread
(Preferably brioche or a sturdy white bread)
1 slice
Large egg
1
Cheese slice
(Cheddar, Gouda, or your preferred melting cheese)
1 slice
Ham or bacon slice
(Cooked ham or crispy bacon)
1 slice
Butter
(Or cooking oil)
1 tablespoon
Salt
(To taste)
A pinch
Black pepper
(To taste)
A pinch
Fresh chives
(Finely chopped, for garnish)
1 tablespoon

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Adding cheese and ham

Instructions

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Prepare the toast: Spread butter on one side of a thick slice of toast bread. Using a round cookie cutter or a knife, carefully cut a circle (or square) out of the center of the bread.
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Prepare the toast: Spread butter on one side of a thick slice of toast bread. Using a round cookie cutter or a knife, carefully cut a circle (or square) out of the center of the bread.
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Ensure the buttered side will be facing down in the pan to get a golden crust. Don't discard the cutout piece.
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Start cooking the egg-in-toast: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place the buttered toast (with the hole) into the hot pan, buttered side down. Crack the egg directly into the hole of the toast.
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Start cooking the egg-in-toast: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place the buttered toast (with the hole) into the hot pan, buttered side down. Crack the egg directly into the hole of the toast.
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Adjust heat to medium-low if the bread browns too quickly before the egg cooks.
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Season and add fillings: Season the egg with a pinch of salt and black pepper. As the egg begins to set, place the cheese slice over the egg and the ham slice next to it on the exposed bread.
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Season and add fillings: Season the egg with a pinch of salt and black pepper. As the egg begins to set, place the cheese slice over the egg and the ham slice next to it on the exposed bread.
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You can cover the pan briefly to help the cheese melt faster if desired.
4
Assemble and flip: Place the previously cut-out bread piece on top of the cheese and ham, gently pressing down to secure. Carefully flip the entire sandwich to cook the other side.
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Assemble and flip: Place the previously cut-out bread piece on top of the cheese and ham, gently pressing down to secure. Carefully flip the entire sandwich to cook the other side.
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Use a wide spatula for flipping to keep the sandwich intact.
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Finish and serve: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the bread is golden brown on both sides, the egg is cooked to your desired doneness, and the cheese is fully melted and gooey. Remove from the pan, garnish with fresh chopped chives, and serve immediately.
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Finish and serve: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the bread is golden brown on both sides, the egg is cooked to your desired doneness, and the cheese is fully melted and gooey. Remove from the pan, garnish with fresh chopped chives, and serve immediately.
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Serve with a side of ketchup or hot sauce for an extra kick.