Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich Recipe

Spice up your breakfast routine with this quick and easy Build-Your-Own Egg Sandwich recipe! Customize your perfect breakfast sandwich with endless ingredient combinations. Think spicy pepper jack, crispy bacon, and zesty green chilies or maybe a classic cheddar with ham and a touch of onion. The possibilities are endless! This recipe takes just 8 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy mornings.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 479.1 kcal
Protein 54g
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How to Make Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich

  1. Spray a microwave-safe bowl with cooking spray.
  2. Crack one large egg into the bowl.
  3. Do not stir the egg.
  4. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
  5. Check the egg; if the yolk isn't cooked to your liking, microwave in 15-second intervals until desired doneness is reached.
  6. While the egg cooks, toast two slices of bread to your preferred level of crispness.
  7. Spread your choice of condiment (about 1 tablespoon) on both slices of toast.
  8. Add your desired breakfast meat (e.g., 2 slices of bacon, 1/4 cup sausage crumbles) and vegetables (e.g., 1/4 cup chopped green chilies, 1/4 cup sliced onion) to one slice of toast.
  9. Top with a slice of cheese (about 1 ounce).
  10. Place the assembled toast slice on a paper towel in the microwave and cook for 30 seconds, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Carefully combine both toast slices to create your sandwich. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

64g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich?

Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich?

Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich has approximately 479.1 calories per serving, with about 54 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich?

The key ingredients for Build Your Own Breakfast Egg Sandwich are Bread, Egg, Butter, Cooked Bacon, Cheese, Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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