Description
Crispy French toast meets melted cheese in this irresistible breakfast delight. Layers of creamy eggs and golden-brown bread create a morning masterpiece that will elevate your breakfast experience from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 2 slices bread
- ½ cup (2 ounces / 56 grams) grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or gruyere)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Spice:
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Position the oven rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 400°F, ensuring even heat distribution for optimal toasting.
- Select high-quality bread slices and lightly crisp them under the broiler or in a toaster, creating a golden foundational base with a delicate crunch.
- Whisk the egg in a mixing bowl, transforming it into a smooth, uniform liquid. Incorporate freshly grated cheese, finely chopped herbs, salt, and pepper, blending the ingredients into a harmonious mixture.
- Generously spread the egg and cheese blend across the toasted bread, making sure to cover the entire surface including the edges for complete flavor coverage.
- For those craving an extra flavor dimension, dust the top with a light sprinkle of cayenne pepper, adding a subtle heat that complements the creamy egg mixture.
- Carefully transfer the prepared toast to the preheated oven, allowing the mixture to bake until it rises slightly, develops a golden-brown surface, and achieves a puffy, appetizing texture, typically requiring 10-12 minutes of cooking time.
- Remove from the oven and let the toast rest briefly, allowing the cheese to settle and the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Perfectly crisp toast forms the foundation for this delightful breakfast creation.
- Mixing eggs and cheese creates a creamy, herb-infused topping that transforms simple bread into a gourmet morning treat.
- Baking ensures a puffy, golden surface with just the right amount of bubbling cheese and set egg, delivering a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg