Eggs in a Box

Transform your breakfast routine with the charming nostalgia of "Eggs in a Box"—a simple yet satisfying recipe that combines crispy, buttery toast with perfectly cooked eggs nestled at the center. Ready in just 15 minutes, this breakfast classic starts with thick-cut bread slices, a circle cut from their centers to cradle rich, golden egg yolks. The bread is toasted to perfection in a sizzling skillet with butter, while the eggs cook gently to your desired doneness, seasoned with a dash of salt and pepper for the perfect flavor balance. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch, and toast the cut-out bread circles for delicious dipping. Ideal for a quick weekday breakfast or a cozy weekend brunch, "Eggs in a Box" is a timeless breakfast recipe that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Perfect for lovers of egg-based recipes, simple skillet meals, and creative comfort food classics!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 slices Thick-cut bread slice
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Use a round cookie cutter, the rim of a glass, or a knife to cut a circular hole in the center of each bread slice. Set the cut-out pieces aside.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter, spreading it evenly across the pan.

Step 3

Place one slice of bread in the skillet and let it toast lightly for about 1 minute.

Step 4

Crack one egg into the hole in the center of the bread. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the egg white begins to set, but the yolk is still runny.

Step 5

Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then carefully flip the bread using a spatula. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the egg yolk reaches your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

Remove the bread and egg from the skillet and set it aside on a plate. Repeat with the second slice of bread, adding the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet if needed.

Step 7

Toast the cut-out bread circles in the skillet for a few seconds on each side until golden brown (optional).

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(230.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	633.6

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 437.8mg	0%
Sodium 1359.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 22.9g	0%

Vitamin D 86.5IU	0%
Calcium 165.6mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 254.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 32.7%