Eggs in a Basket
Crispy bread cups baked with cracked eggs and melted cheese create a delicious handheld breakfast. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weekday morning treat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 4 slice Bread slices (white or whole wheat)
- 2 tablespoon Butter, softened
- 4 whole Eggs
- ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin with butter.
- 2
Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin. Brush both sides lightly with softened butter.
- 3
Press each bread slice into a muffin cup, forming a basket shape with edges slightly above the rim.
- 4
Crack one egg into each bread basket. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and cheese.
- 5
Bake for 12–15 minutes until bread is golden and eggs are cooked to desired doneness (runny yolk or fully set).
- 6
Remove from oven and let cool for 1 minute. Garnish with fresh chives and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- Standard muffin tin (12-cup)
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush
- Oven
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