Description
Wake up to the ultimate breakfast win with this *Viral Egg Sandwich Muffin*! Crispy English muffin, oozy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese come together for a quick breakfast, easy recipe, or lazy brunch favorite. Whether you’re hunting for delicious breakfast ideas, easy dinner options, or healthy snack inspiration, this egg sandwich checks all the boxes for flavor, convenience, and comfort food satisfaction.
Ingredients
1 English muffin
2 eggs
1 tablespoon butter
1 slice cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 tablespoon bacon bits (optional)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice and toast the English muffin until golden and crisp.
2. In a nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Crack eggs into the skillet and cook to your desired doneness (sunny-side up or scrambled).
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Place the slice of cheddar cheese on top of the eggs and allow it to melt. Cover briefly to speed it up.
6. Assemble by placing the cheesy eggs onto the bottom half of the muffin.
7. Add optional toppings like bacon bits or herbs.
8. Close the sandwich with the top half of the muffin.
9. Optionally, return the sandwich to the skillet and toast each side for 30 seconds to crisp it further.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a fully melted cheese layer, cover the pan briefly after placing cheese on the egg.
Use a quality English muffin for the best texture — thick and sturdy.
Want to meal prep? Cook and freeze the sandwiches, then reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 375mg
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