Description
This Viral Egg Sandwich Muffin recipe features perfectly cooked spiced eggs nestled inside toasted English muffins with melted cheddar or Swiss cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a delicious and comforting breakfast sandwich with a warm blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves that add a unique twist to classic eggs and cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Base
- 2 English muffins, split
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 slices cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch salt
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Heat Butter: Heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until fully melted and shimmering.
- Cook Eggs with Spices: Crack the four large eggs directly into the heated skillet and gently break the yolks with a spatula. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, salt, and black pepper over the eggs for a warm, spiced flavor profile.
- Place Muffins on Eggs: Immediately position the split English muffin halves, cut-side down, onto the uncooked side of the eggs, pressing gently to ensure direct contact for even toasting.
- Cook Until Set and Toasted: Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the eggs are mostly set and the bottoms of the English muffins are lightly toasted.
- Invert Assembly: Using a wide spatula, carefully flip the entire egg-muffin assembly so the English muffins contact the skillet surface and the eggs face upward.
- Add Cheese: Place one slice of cheddar or Swiss cheese over each egg portion to start melting.
- Fold Edges & Form Sandwich: Neatly fold the cooked edges of the eggs over the muffins, then press the muffin halves together to form complete sandwiches.
- Toast Sandwiches: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and toast the assembled sandwiches on both sides over medium heat until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted, about 2 minutes per side.
- Serve Hot: Transfer sandwiches to plates and serve immediately to enjoy while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Use a nonstick skillet for easy flipping and to prevent sticking.
- Adjust spices to your taste or omit if preferred.
- For a crispier muffin, toast separately before assembling.
- Cheddar cheese adds a sharper flavor, while Swiss provides a milder, nutty taste.
- Serve with fresh fruit or a side of greens for a balanced breakfast.
