Description
Enjoy these quick and delicious Egg and Cheese Toasts, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, offering a delightful combination of crispy toast topped with a savory egg and cheese mixture. Customize with your favorite herbs, cheeses, or add-ins for a personalized breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices Thick-sliced Bread (sourdough or whole grain recommended)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Grated Cheese (Cheddar, Gruyere, or a blend)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (thyme or rosemary, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 370°F (190°C).
- Lightly toast the bread slices for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg. Stir in the grated cheese, fresh herbs (if using), salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Spread the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the pre-toasted bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or cook in the air fryer for 5–7 minutes, until the topping is golden and puffed.
- Let the toasts cool for one minute before serving.
Notes
- Serve with fresh fruit or a smoothie for a complete meal.
- Experiment with different cheeses and herbs for variations.
- Pre-toasting the bread prevents sogginess.
- Adjust air fryer cooking times as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven-baked or Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg