Description
Elevate morning meals with this mouthwatering breakfast grilled cheese, combining crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and scrambled eggs between golden-brown sourdough slices. Comfort and flavor unite in this simple yet irresistible breakfast sandwich you’ll crave every morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Breakfast Proteins:
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crispy
- 2 large eggs
Cheese:
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar, american, or swiss)
Bread and Spread:
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or your favorite)
- 1 tablespoon butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, for spreading on bread)
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare crispy bacon in a skillet over medium heat until perfectly crunchy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease and set aside.
- Whisk eggs with milk, seasoning with salt and pepper in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Melt butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat, then gently pour egg mixture into the skillet. Stir softly, creating fluffy scrambled eggs with a creamy texture. Remove from heat once eggs are just set.
- Select bread slices and coat one side of each with a thin layer of mayonnaise or softened butter for optimal golden-brown crispiness.
- Position a slice of bread butter-side down in a clean skillet, creating the foundation of the sandwich.
- Layer the sandwich strategically: place a cheese slice, spread scrambled eggs evenly, crumble bacon on top, then add another cheese slice.
- Crown the layered ingredients with the second bread slice, ensuring the buttered side faces upward.
- Heat skillet to medium, allowing the sandwich to transform into a golden masterpiece. Press gently with a spatula to encourage even browning and cheese melting.
- Flip the sandwich after 3-4 minutes, cooking the opposite side until achieving a uniform, crispy exterior and fully melted cheese interior.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve immediately alongside fresh fruit or hash browns for a complete morning feast.
Notes
- Experiment with bacon crispiness by adjusting cooking time for a perfect crunch that complements the soft eggs and melted cheese.
- Use thick-cut bread to create a sturdy base that prevents sogginess and supports all the delicious breakfast fillings.
- Swap regular milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk to make the recipe dairy-free and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Choose different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda to introduce exciting flavor variations and keep the breakfast exciting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg