Egg and Cheese Toasts – The Simple Breakfast I Always Come Back To
Egg and Cheese Toasts are the ultimate breakfast delight, combining crispy bread with fluffy eggs and melted cheese for a comforting start to your day. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, these toasts can be customized with your favorite herbs and cheeses, making each bite a unique experience. Whether baked in the oven or cooked in an air fryer, this simple yet satisfying dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve them fresh with toppings like avocado or fresh greens for an extra touch of flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking/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.
- Lightly toast the bread until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg, then add cheese, herbs, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne.
- Spread the egg mixture evenly over each slice of toast.
- For oven cooking, place on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes; for air frying, cook for about 5–7 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg