Description
Delightful Egg and Cheese Toasts bring breakfast comfort to your morning table with crispy bread, melted cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs. Warm, satisfying layers of flavor invite you to savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 Slices Bread
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces / 56 grams) Grated Cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped Fresh Herbs
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Optional Ingredient:
- Pinch Cayenne
Instructions
- Lightly toast bread slices in a toaster or under the broiler for 1-2 minutes per side, creating a crisp foundation for the egg mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 400F, positioning the rack at the lowest setting and selecting the BAKE mode for optimal cooking.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl until smooth, then incorporate grated cheese, finely chopped herbs, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne for a spicy accent.
- Generously spread the egg and cheese mixture across the toasted bread, ensuring complete coverage and reaching the edges for maximum flavor distribution.
- Transfer the prepared toasts to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for a puffed, bubbly topping that turns golden brown with melted, gooey cheese.
- Alternatively, for air fryer method, set the appliance to 340F and prepare the egg mixture as previously described.
- Place assembled toasts directly into the air fryer basket, cooking for 8-10 minutes until the bread is crisp and the egg mixture is fully cooked through.
- Remove from heat, let cool briefly, and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of crispy bread and creamy egg topping.
Notes
- Customize bread selection by using whole wheat, sourdough, or gluten-free options for diverse dietary needs.
- Boost nutritional value by adding finely chopped spinach, diced bell peppers, or crumbled bacon to the egg mixture for extra texture and nutrients.
- Adjust cooking time and temperature slightly based on bread thickness and personal preference for crispy or softer results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg