Egg in a Hole
Start your morning with the timeless charm of Egg in a Hole, a comforting classic that’s as fun to make as it is delicious to eat. This easy breakfast creation features a golden slice of buttery toast transformed into the perfect nest for a soft, sunny-side-up egg. Infused with rich flavor from melted butter and seasoned with a touch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, every bite balances crisp edges with creamy yolk perfection. Ready in just 10 minutes, this one-pan recipe is ideal for busy mornings or a simple, satisfying weekend treat. Serve it with the toasted bread cut-out for dipping and extra crunch, and enjoy a wholesome breakfast packed with warmth and nostalgia. Perfect for searches like "quick breakfast ideas," "egg recipes for beginners," or "fun toast ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 slice sliced bread
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil (optional)
Instructions
Begin by placing the slice of bread on a cutting board. Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out a hole in the center of the bread. Reserve the cut-out piece for optional toasting.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly. You can add the optional cooking oil at this stage to prevent the butter from burning.
Once the butter is hot and bubbly, place the bread slice into the skillet. If desired, toast the cut-out center piece alongside the bread.
Crack the egg carefully into the hole in the center of the bread. Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the egg white sets on the bottom and is easy to lift without tearing.
Season the egg with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Using a spatula, gently flip the bread with the egg to cook the other side. Allow it to cook for another 2 minutes or until the desired level of doneness is reached for the egg yolk.
Once cooked, remove the egg in a hole from the skillet and transfer to a plate. If toasted, serve the center bread piece alongside for dipping into the yolk or as a crunchy side.
Serve immediately for a warm, delightful breakfast treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.4 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 801 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 108 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.
