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Egg and Cheese Toasts – The Simple Breakfast I Always Come Back To Recipe

Egg and Cheese Toasts – The Simple Breakfast I Always Come Back To Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 15-17 minutes (oven) or 10-12 minutes (air fryer)
  • Yield: 2 toasts 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Egg and Cheese Toasts are a simple yet satisfying breakfast option that you’ll find yourself making over and over again. With a crispy toast base topped with a cheesy, herb-infused egg mixture, these toasts are a delicious way to start your day.


Ingredients

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Bread:

  • 2 slices of bread (white, whole grain, sourdough)

Egg Mixture:

  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, gruyere, or your favorite)
  • 1 tsp finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of cayenne (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 400°F or air fryer to 370°F.
  2. Toast Bread: Lightly toast the bread using a toaster or broil for 1–2 mins per side.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, lightly beat the egg. Mix in cheese, herbs, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
  4. Spread Mixture: Spread the mixture evenly over the toast, reaching to the edges.
  5. Bake: For oven: bake 10–12 minutes on a baking sheet until golden and puffed. For air fryer: cook 5–7 minutes until bubbly and set. Use foil or parchment if needed.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes (oven) or 5-7 minutes (air fryer)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking, Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 toast
  • Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: Egg and Cheese Toasts, Breakfast, Easy, Quick, Cheesy Toasts