Breakfast Grilled Cheese
This Breakfast Grilled Cheese is crispy, cheesy, and packed with your favorite breakfast flavors. Perfect for busy mornings or a weekend treat! Ready in just 15 minutes!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Grilled Cheese Base:
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- Breakfast Protein Options: choose one or mix!
- 8 slices cooked bacon
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage
- 4 breakfast ham slices
- 4 breakfast turkey sausage patties
Optional Add-Ins:
- Sliced avocado
- Scrambled eggs
- Caramelized onions
- Pickled jalapeños
- Fresh herbs
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Cook the Protein
- If using bacon, sausage, or ham, cook until crispy and set aside.
3️⃣ Bread Preparation
- Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated.
4️⃣ Grilling Technique
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
- Place one slice of egg-coated bread in the skillet, top with cheese and your chosen breakfast protein.
- Add another slice of bread on top.
5️⃣ Cook Until Perfect
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula until golden brown and crispy.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
- Let it rest for a minute, slice in half, and enjoy that cheese pull! 🧀🔥
Notes
- Mexican Twist 🌮: Add chorizo, pepper jack cheese, and a spoonful of salsa.
- Mediterranean Flavor 🏺: Use feta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Southern Comfort 🌽: Swap in pimento cheese and crispy bacon.
- California Style 🥑: Add fresh avocado and microgreens.
- Spicy Kick 🌶️: Toss in jalapeños, cilantro, and chipotle mayo.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28g
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