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Gourmet breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg, cheddar cheese, and avocado on a toasted English muffin.

Breakfast Sandwich

A classic breakfast sandwich is the perfect start to your morning — warm, filling, and layered with fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a toasted bread base like an English muffin or brioche. This version is customizable and easy to make at home, offering comfort food vibes with a healthy twist when needed. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, and great for meal prepping too.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 sandwich 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 English muffin or brioche bun, split and toasted

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 slice of cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)

  • 2 slices of cooked bacon (or turkey bacon)

  • 1 tsp butter or cooking spray

  • 1 slice tomato (optional)

  • 1–2 avocado slices (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the Bread:
    Lightly toast the English muffin or bun halves until golden and crisp. Set aside.

  2. Cook the Egg:
    Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add butter or spray. Crack the egg into the pan and cook to your liking (fried, over-easy, or scrambled). Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Melt the Cheese:
    While the egg is still warm in the pan, place the cheese on top and cover with a lid for 30 seconds to melt slightly.

  4. Assemble the Sandwich:
    On the bottom half of the muffin, place the cooked bacon. Add the egg with cheese on top. Layer tomato and avocado if using, then finish with the top bun.

  5. Serve Immediately:
    Enjoy while hot and fresh! Wrap in parchment paper if taking it to-go.

Notes

  • 🥑 For a healthier version, use whole wheat English muffins, egg whites, and avocado instead of cheese.

  • 🧊 Meal prep friendly! Make multiple sandwiches and freeze individually wrapped in foil. Reheat in toaster oven or air fryer.

  • 🌿 Vegetarian? Replace bacon with sautéed mushrooms or plant-based sausage.

  • 🌶️ Add a dash of hot sauce or chipotle mayo for a spicy kick.

  • Author: Delishing recipes
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-fry / Toasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg

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