This scrambled egg sandwich recipe is an easy breakfast that will fuel you all morning long! It’s simple as can be, with fluffy scrambled eggs, cheese, and fresh greens on toast.
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Pin RecipeNope, it’s not an egg salad sandwich! It’s a scrambled egg sandwich, which takes the egg sandwich concept to breakfast. Talk about a satisfying way to start your day! While we love sweet breakfast recipes like blueberry muffins and banana waffles (especially when it comes to meal prep!), sometimes you want something on the savory side, and scrambled egg sandwiches are perfect.
A scrambled egg sandwich is essentially a quick meal on the go—it consists of two slices of toast topped with scrambled eggs, cheese, and arugula or your favorite greens. You can totally customize your sandwich with any number of ingredients, though, and take it to the next level by making it your own.
(Want something similar with a fried egg? Try my Egg and Cheese Sandwich!)
Cheesy Scrambled Egg Sandwich Recipe
Kids love scrambled egg sandwiches too, and they’ll power them all the way through to lunchtime. Plus, they’re super easy to make, even on a busy school morning—just scramble some eggs in a pan, put the sandwich together, and you’re all set.
Scrambled eggs are a great way to add protein to your breakfast sandwich, especially if you’re not a fan of fried eggs. Not only do they taste delicious, but they also provide essential vitamins and minerals—and they’re more filling than grabbing a piece of toast while sipping your morning coffee!
Ready for the best savory breakfast sandwich ever? Follow these simple tips.
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Ingredients
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Thick sliced bread – A hearty country bread, French bread, or sourdough works well; you want something sturdy to hold the eggs.
- Salted butter
- Scrambled egg – Use my fluffy scrambled egg recipe.
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Swiss or fontina cheese – Or swap in your favorite shredded cheese. Cheddar cheese works well in this sandwich!
- Arugula – Arugula adds a peppery bite to a scrambled egg sandwich, but you can substitute baby spinach for a milder flavor.
Variations
- Add a slice of Canadian bacon, sausage patty, or cooked bacon strips to the sandwich for some extra protein.
- Layer sliced tomatoes onto the sandwich to up the veggie factor.
- Stir your favorite hot sauce into the scrambled eggs to give them a kick.
- Use an English muffin, croissant, brioche buns, or a bagel instead of bread as a base.
How to Make a Scrambled Egg Sandwich
- Prepare the bread: Spread a tablespoon of the butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Scramble the egg: Follow our scrambled egg recipe or prepare your own favorite scrambled egg recipe. Transfer the cooked eggs to a bowl.
- Assemble the sandwich: In the same skillet used to cook the egg, add one of the slices of bread with the butter side down. Sprinkle the cheese over the top, then carefully add the eggs over the cheese, followed by the arugula. Top with the remaining slice of bread, with the buttered side facing out.
- Cook: Toast the sandwich until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully flip and toast the other side for another 3 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked sandwich to a plate, cut in half, and serve.
Quick Tip
Make sure the cheese completely covers the bottom of the bread. This will help the scrambled eggs stick.
How to Store Leftover Scrambled Egg Sandwiches
Scrambled egg sandwiches are best eaten right away, but if you do have any leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for a day or two. Reheat in the microwave oven until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your scrambled egg sandwich with a fresh fruit salad or a side of hash browns for a complete breakfast.
FAQs
Mustard, mayo, ketchup, hot sauce, pesto, and sriracha all make excellent condiments for an egg sandwich. Basically, anything you like on your scrambled eggs will work in this scrambled egg sandwich! Caramelized onions, avocado, a slice of tomato, and other sandwich toppings are good too.
Water makes scrambled eggs fluffier, as it creates steam when the eggs cook. Some people like to add milk to scrambled eggs, though, because the added fat creates a creamier texture.
Herbs can add a lot of flavor to scrambled eggs. Popular choices include chives, parsley, thyme, oregano, basil, and dill.
Yes, scrambled egg sandwiches can be a very healthy meal. Depending on the ingredients you use they can provide good sources of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Be sure to pick whole grain breads and add some fresh greens for a boost of nutrition.
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Scrambled Egg Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick sliced bread
- 2 tablespoons salted butter room temperature, divided
- 1 scrambled egg
- pinch kosher salt
- pinch black pepper
- ¼ cup Swiss or fontina cheese shredded
- handful fresh arugula
Instructions
- Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Set aside.
- In the same pan used to cook the egg, add one of the slices of bread, butter side down. Sprinkle the cheese over the top. Add the egg to the cheese, followed by the arugula. Top with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Saute until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Flip, then brown the other side, another 3 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, slice in half and serve.
