Egg and Cheese Toasts – The Simple Breakfast I Always Come Back To
Egg and Cheese Toasts are the ultimate breakfast solution for busy mornings or lazy weekends. This quick, customizable dish features warm, crispy bread topped with gooey cheese and a perfectly cooked egg, delivering a satisfying start to your day. In just 15 minutes, you can create this delightful meal that’s both comforting and versatile. Whether you prefer it simple or dressed up with fresh greens, avocado, or salsa, these toasts are sure to please everyone. Perfect for meal prep, you can whip up extra servings to enjoy throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (white, whole grain, or sourdough)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F or air fryer to 370°F.
- Lightly toast the bread using a toaster or broil until golden.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg and mix in grated cheese, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne.
- Spread the egg mixture evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
- Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes or air fry for 5–7 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 210mg