Description
Craving a quick breakfast classic? Whip up this egg mcmuffin with simple ingredients and save some cash compared to the drive-thru version.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices Canadian bacon
- 2 slices American cheese
Bread:
- 2 English muffins
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- Optional: 1 tablespoon ketchup
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: Set out 2 English muffins, 2 large eggs, 2 slices Canadian bacon, 2 slices American cheese, butter, salt, and pepper within easy reach.
- Slice 2 English muffins in half and prepare to toast them at medium-high heat until golden brown, spreading 1 tablespoon butter across cut surfaces for extra flavor.
- Heat a skillet to medium temperature and warm 2 slices Canadian bacon for 2-3 minutes, flipping once until edges become slightly crisp and heated through.
- Crack 2 large eggs into a small bowl, whisking with a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Grease a non-stick skillet with cooking spray at medium-low heat around 325°F, creating a smooth cooking surface.
- Pour beaten eggs directly into skillet, cooking 3-4 minutes until edges firm up and bottom sets completely.
- Carefully flip eggs using a spatula, cooking additional 1-2 minutes on opposite side until center becomes solid.
- Place 1 slice of cheese atop each egg during final minute of cooking, covering skillet with lid to help cheese melt smoothly.
- Transfer toasted English muffin bottoms to plate and layer 1 slice Canadian bacon on each.
- Gently place cheese-covered eggs directly onto Canadian bacon.
- Crown each sandwich with remaining muffin halves, pressing down lightly to compact layers.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, optionally adding hot sauce or ketchup for extra zest.
Notes
- Save time by toasting English muffins and cooking Canadian bacon simultaneously in separate pans.
- For a healthier version, swap Canadian bacon with turkey bacon or use egg whites instead of whole eggs.
- An egg ring creates that signature round egg shape, but a mason jar lid or small round cookie cutter works perfectly as a budget-friendly alternative.
- When reheating refrigerated sandwiches, wrap in a paper towel to prevent soggy bread and ensure crisp textures.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg