Egg and Cheese Toasts – The Simple Breakfast I Always Come Back To
Egg and Cheese Toasts are the ultimate quick breakfast that combines crispy bread with fluffy eggs and melted cheese, making them a delightful start to your day. This customizable dish is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, allowing you to mix and match flavors to suit your palate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (white, whole grain, or sourdough)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, gruyere, or your choice)
- 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.
- Toast the bread lightly until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg and combine it with cheese, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne.
- Spread the egg mixture evenly over each slice of toast.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes in the oven or air fry for 5–7 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 185mg