breakfast

Garlic Butter Egg and Cheese Toast

This viral-inspired Garlic Butter Egg and Cheese Toast delivers a delightful blend of savory garlic, rich melted cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg on crispy toast. It's an incredibly simple yet satisfying breakfast or brunch, perfect for a quick and comforting meal anytime.

Garlic Butter Egg and Cheese Toast
Prep time
8 min
Cook time
12 min
Total time
20 min
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 4 slicesThick-sliced bread
  • 4Large eggs
  • 3 tbspUnsalted butter
  • 2 clovesGarlic, minced
  • 1 cupShredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 pinchSalt
  • 1 pinchBlack pepper
  • 1 tbspFresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic. Set aside.

    ⏱ 1 min
  2. 2

    Lightly brush one side of each bread slice generously with the garlic butter mixture.

    ⏱ 1 min
  3. 3

    Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buttered bread slices, buttered side down, in the hot pan.

    ⏱ 1 min
  4. 4

    While the bread toasts, gently press down on the center of each slice with the back of a spoon, creating a slight indentation. Crack one egg into the center of each indentation.

    ⏱ 1 min
  5. 5

    Generously sprinkle the shredded cheese around the egg, covering the exposed toast. Season the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

    ⏱ 1 min
  6. 6

    Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set, the yolk is cooked to your preference, and the cheese is melted and bubbly. For runnier yolks, cook closer to 3 minutes; for firmer yolks, cook longer.

    ⏱ 5 min
  7. 7

    Carefully transfer the garlic butter egg and cheese toasts to plates. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using. Serve hot and enjoy!

    ⏱ 2 min