Egg in a Basket
Elevate your breakfast game with the classic yet playful 'Egg in a Basket' recipe, a delightful combination of crispy golden toast and a perfectly cooked egg nestled in the center. With just a handful of ingredients—sliced bread, butter, and a farm-fresh egg—this dish is ready in under 10 minutes, making it a fun and fast option for busy mornings. The buttery skillet ensures a crispy texture while the egg offers creamy satisfaction, whether you prefer the yolk runny or fully set. Garnish with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper for a simple yet irresistible finish. Perfect for solo servings or a crowd-pleasing brunch idea, this dish pairs beautifully with a side of fresh fruit or your favorite breakfast beverage. Search no further for your next easy breakfast recipe—the 'Egg in a Basket' is always a winner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 slice sliced bread
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
Use a round cookie cutter or a knife to cut out a circle in the center of the bread slice, approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt and coat the pan evenly.
Place the bread slice in the skillet and let it toast slightly on one side, about 1 minute.
Crack the egg into the center of the bread, ensuring the yolk is centered in the hole.
Cook the egg in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes, until the egg white is mostly set.
Carefully flip the bread over using a spatula without disrupting the egg, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until the yolk reaches your desired level of doneness.
Season the egg in a basket with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, optionally with a side of the removed bread circle toasted separately in the skillet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 483 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 113 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
