Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich Recipe: Crispy Bacon, Fried Egg & Strawberry Jam!
This is the egg sandwich recipe you’ve been waiting for! Imagine two perfectly fried eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a secret ingredient that takes it all to the next level: strawberry jam! The combination of sweet and savory is absolutely irresistible. One bite, and you’ll understand why this is the ultimate breakfast experience.
Table of Contents
- Ingredients for the Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
- How to Make the Best Breakfast Sandwich Ever
- Tips for Frying the Perfect Egg for Your Sandwich
- Delicious Egg Sandwich Combinations and Variations
- More Irresistible Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love
- Full Recipe: The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
This incredible breakfast sandwich was inspired by a simple photo I shared on Instagram. The response was overwhelming! Everyone wanted to know the secret to this seemingly basic egg sandwich. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity, but there are a few key tips to ensure breakfast sandwich perfection:
- Do experiment with different breads. Toast, bagels, English muffins – choose something sturdy that can hold all the delicious fillings.
- Don’t fry the eggs in anything other than bacon fat. Trust me on this one. Cooking your eggs in bacon fat adds an incredible depth of flavor.
- Do pay attention to the cheese-to-egg ratio. We want an egg sandwich, not a grilled cheese imposter!
- Don’t skip the jam! This is the secret ingredient that brings everything together. The touch of sweetness perfectly complements the savory bacon and eggs.
You might be tempted to add “healthy” ingredients like spinach or tomato. But resist the urge! This recipe is all about embracing the simple pleasures. Cook the bacon, fry the eggs in the leftover bacon fat, toast the bread, melt the cheese, and slather on the strawberry jam. It’s a messy, gooey, and absolutely delicious experience.
Ingredients for the Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
Let’s break down the ingredients that make this the best breakfast sandwich you’ll ever taste:
- 2 strips of bacon: Choose your favorite – applewood smoked, peppered, or classic. The choice is yours!
- 2 large eggs: Fresh, quality eggs make all the difference.
- 2 slices of bread: I personally love brioche for its rich, buttery flavor and soft texture. But feel free to use your favorite bread, English muffin, or bagel.
- 1 slice of cheese: Sharp cheddar is my go-to choice because it balances the sweetness of the jam perfectly.
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam: The star of the show! Don’t be afraid to experiment with other flavors like raspberry, fig, or even apricot jam.
See the recipe card below for full ingredient information and quantities.
How to Make the Best Breakfast Sandwich Ever
- Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Leave about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan.
- Fry the eggs: Crack the eggs into the skillet with the bacon fat. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the pan and cook the eggs until the whites are fully set and the yolks are cooked to your liking. (See my tips below for frying the perfect eggs.)
- Add the bacon and cheese: Turn off the heat and top the eggs with the cooked bacon and cheddar cheese. Cover the pan again and let it sit until the cheese is melted.
- Toast the bread and add jam: While the cheese is melting, toast the bread until golden brown. Spread one slice of toast generously with strawberry jam.
- Assemble the sandwich: Carefully transfer the eggs, bacon, and melted cheese onto the jam-covered toast. Top with the second slice of bread. Slice in half and enjoy immediately!
This ultimate fried egg sandwich pairs perfectly with crispy hash browns, a refreshing fruit salad, or a raspberry cream cheese Danish for a complete and satisfying brunch. And on weekends, don’t forget to add a mimosa!
Tips for Frying the Perfect Egg for Your Sandwich
Mastering the art of frying an egg is crucial for an amazing breakfast sandwich. Here’s my foolproof method for perfectly fried eggs:
- Use a nonstick skillet: This is the easiest way to prevent your eggs from sticking to the pan.
- Cover the pan: Covering the pan traps steam, which cooks the tops of the eggs without needing to flip them. This results in perfectly set whites, jammy yolks, and slightly browned edges (my ideal fried egg!).
- Cook to your liking: The key to this recipe is frying the eggs to your preferred doneness. For runny yolks, cook the eggs until the whites are just set, about 2-3 minutes. If you prefer firmer yolks, cook them a bit longer, around 4-5 minutes. Personally, I love an egg with slightly runny yolks for this sandwich.
Delicious Egg Sandwich Combinations and Variations
While I’m obsessed with the bacon, cheese, and strawberry jam combination, think of this recipe as a template for endless possibilities! Here are a few variations to try:
- Add avocado: Creamy avocado adds another layer of deliciousness to this already amazing sandwich.
- Swap bacon for sausage: Use sausage links or patties and try using apple butter instead of strawberry jam for a delicious fall-inspired breakfast sandwich.
- Use sliced ham: Ham makes an excellent substitute for bacon.
- Use scrambled eggs: Not a fan of fried eggs? Soft scrambled eggs would be just as delicious!
For another tasty breakfast option, be sure to check out my Ultimate Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich!
More Irresistible Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Toast Cups
Cheesy Puff Pastry Baked Eggs
Cheesy Hash Brown Cups with Baked Eggs
Cheesy Baked Egg and Bacon Boats
Ham and Cheese Egg Cups
Pesto Eggs on Cheesy Toast
Craving more delicious recipes? Subscribe to Just a Taste to receive new recipes, meal plans, and exclusive content directly to your inbox! Stay connected on Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, and Instagram for the latest updates and culinary inspiration.
The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich Recipe
Breakfast
By: Kelly Senyei
Savory-meets-sweet in this recipe for The Ultimate Egg Sandwich starring bacon, eggs, cheddar cheese and strawberry jam.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 1 sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 strips uncooked bacon
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 1 slice sharp Cheddar cheese
- 2 Tablespoons strawberry jam
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat until it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from the pan.
- Crack the eggs into the pan and increase the heat to medium. Season the eggs with salt and pepper then cover the pan and cook until the egg whites are fully set. Turn off the heat, uncover the pan, then add the bacon and cheese atop the eggs and cover the pan again until the cheese is melted and the yolks reach your desired doneness.
- Toast the bread then spread once slice with the jam. Transfer the eggs onto the jam then top with the second slice of toast and serve.
Kelly’s Notes
- Swap in your favorite bread, English muffin or bagel.
- ★ Did you make this recipe? Don’t forget to give it a star rating below!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 557 kcal, Carbohydrates: 53 g, Protein: 21 g, Fat: 27 g, Saturated Fat: 9 g, Cholesterol: 357 mg, Sodium: 680 mg, Potassium: 266 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 22 g, Vitamin A: 475 IU, Vitamin C: 3.5 mg, Calcium: 179 mg, Iron: 3.5 mg