Bacon & Egg Toast Cups

Crispy bacon, runny yolks, all in a cute toast cup?! YES, please! 😋🥓🍳

1. What to Know First:

Bacon & Egg Toast Cups are a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch option. Crispy bacon, perfectly cooked eggs, and toasted bread combine to create a savory and satisfying start to your day.

2. Required Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 4 slices sandwich bread, your preference
• 4 slices bacon
• 4 large eggs
• salt& pepper

3. How to Cook:

Begin by pressing the bread into muffin tins to create cups. Add cooked bacon pieces to each cup, then crack an egg into each. Bake until the eggs are set and the toast is golden brown. A simple and delicious process!

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures even cooking for the egg cups. Ensure the oven is fully heated before placing the muffin tin inside.

Step 2: Butter muffin cups

Lightly butter six standard muffin cups. This prevents the bread from sticking and adds a touch of flavor. Use softened butter for easier application, ensuring all surfaces are covered.

Step 3: Cut bread rounds

Flatten the bread slices slightly with a rolling pin. Then, using a 11 cm cookie cutter, cut each slice into four rounds. These rounds will form the base of the egg cups.

Step 4: Form bread cups

Cut each round in half, then press the two halves into each muffin cup. Overlap the edges slightly and ensure the bread reaches the top of the muffin cup. Use extra bread pieces to patch any holes if necessary.

Step 5: Brush with butter

Brush the bread cups with the remaining melted butter. This will help them crisp up nicely in the oven and add a golden-brown color. Ensure even coverage for best results.

Step 6: Cook the bacon

In a large skillet, cook the bacon until it is almost crisp, about four minutes, flipping once. The bacon will finish cooking in the oven. Avoid overcooking the bacon at this stage.

Step 7: Add bacon and eggs

Lay one bacon slice in each bread cup and crack an egg over each. Season each egg with salt and pepper to taste. Be careful not to overfill the bread cups.

Step 8: Bake the egg cups

Bake in the preheated oven until the egg whites are just set, about twenty-five minutes. The bacon will continue to cook in the oven and become crispier. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.

Step 9: Loosen and serve

Run a small knife around the edges of the muffin cups to loosen the toast cups. This will help you remove them easily without breaking. Serve immediately while they are still warm.

4. Serving Suggestions

Serve the Bacon & Egg Toast Cups warm, garnished with fresh herbs like chives or parsley. They pair perfectly with a side of fresh fruit or a cup of hot coffee.

5. Nutrition

Serving size: 2 servings, Calories: 562kcal, Protein: 23g, Fat: 40g, Carbohydrates: 26g, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Cholesterol: 431mg, Sodium: 867mg

6. Final Touch:

Bacon & Egg Toast Cups are a fun and flavorful way to enjoy a classic breakfast combination. Easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser, they're sure to become a family favorite!