How to Make Sunny Side Up Eggs

Master the art of making the perfect sunny side up eggs with this quick and foolproof recipe! With just four simple ingredients—eggs, butter, salt, and black pepper—you’ll create golden, silky yolks surrounded by tender, perfectly cooked whites in under 10 minutes. This beginner-friendly technique ensures your eggs are cooked to perfection every time, with no browning and plenty of flavor. Whether you’re serving them with buttery toast, crispy bacon, or creamy avocado, these sunny side up eggs make the ultimate breakfast staple. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this recipe is a must-have in your cooking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:7 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 large Eggs
1 tablespoon Butter
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place a nonstick skillet over low to medium-low heat and allow it to warm up for about a minute.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and let it melt completely, swirling the pan to evenly coat the surface.

Step 3

Crack each egg carefully into a small bowl to ensure the yolks remain intact.

Step 4

Gently slide the eggs from the bowl into the skillet, keeping the yolks whole.

Step 5

Cook the eggs undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny. Adjust the heat to low if necessary to avoid browning the edges.

Step 6

Sprinkle the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Carefully remove the eggs from the skillet using a spatula and transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 8

Serve immediately with toast or your favorite breakfast sides. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(102.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	145.4

Total Fat 9.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 732.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 12.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 58.5mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 145.2mg	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: 60.9%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 3.1%