If you love a classic egg-and-cheese breakfast sandwich but find it lacking in texture, my Crispy Cheese and Egg Sandwiches are for you! The cheese gets perfectly crispy in the hot pan, adding extra flavor and texture to these delicious breakfast sandwiches. I like to add sliced jalapeños for extra heat. Serve on an English muffin, or your favorite sandwich bread.
I love egg and cheese breakfast sandwiches as much as the next person, but I do find that they don’t offer much for texture lovers like me. The eggs and cheese are both soft and usually blend together. Over the years, I’ve found that crisping up the cheese in the pan adds so much extra texture and flavor. You get a crunch when you bite down that works really well with the soft scrambled eggs. If you’re looking for a new breakfast obsession, you’ve got to try my Crispy Cheese and Egg Sandwiches!
Why You’ll Love These Breakfast Sandwiches
- Added texture – Scrambled eggs and melted cheese both have a soft texture, so I love that the cheese gets so crispy in the pan that it forms a crust over the eggs. It adds a nice crunch that regular egg-and-cheese sandwiches just don’t have.
- Added flavor – Not only does the crispy cheese add texture, but it also adds tons of flavor. Cheese cooked and browned in the pan has a much more intense flavor than a regular melted slice of cheese. It’s nutty, rich, and so savory.
- Easy to make – If you have your scrambled eggs prepped ahead of time, these crispy cheese and egg sandwiches only take about five minutes to prepare. They can also be prepped ahead of time and heated up quickly each morning. The cheese may not be quite as crispy if you prepare them ahead of time, but it should still be a little crispy, and the cheese will maintain its nutty flavor.
Crispy Cheese and Egg Recipe Tips
- Try out different cheeses – I used pre-sliced sharp cheddar cheese here, but any kind of meltable cheese should work for this recipe. Parmesan cheese would add a nice saltiness, while a smoked gouda or mozzarella would be really nice too.
- Make your eggs ahead of time – I’ve been really into meal prepping my scrambled eggs lately. All you have to do is make a big batch and then refrigerate them until ready to use. You can either scramble them or bake them in a pan and cut them into slices to add to the sandwiches.
- Add additional ingredients – The egg and cheese is delicious on its own, but if you want some extra heat, I would suggest adding a few slices of jalapeños, or even a spoonful of chili crunch.
Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich Recipe Ingredients
- Cheese – I used slices of sharp cheddar for these sandwiches, but any meltable cheese should work. You can lay down a slice as I did, or use grated cheese to make a little egg-sized circle.
- Eggs – The eggs do need to be cooked before adding them into the pan with the cheese. I usually just use scrambled eggs, but I would also recommend making a pan of baked eggs and then slicing them up, rather than having pieces of scrambled eggs.
- Bread – I used English muffins for these sandwiches, but any type of bread works. You can even make them open-faced if you prefer.
- Jalapeño – Jalapeños are optional, but I love adding a few thin slices of them just under the cheese. They get nice and caramelized while also adding a kick to the sandwiches. You can use pickled or fresh jalapeños for this recipe.
How To Make Crispy Cheesy Breakfast Sandwiches
- Heat a large pan over medium-low heat. Spray with cooking spray and then place the cheese slices down. If adding jalapeño, place them directly on the pan, then place the cheese slice over them.
- Add one serving of the cooked eggs on top of the cheese and give them a gentle press down. Place the lid on the pan and let the cheese start melting. It should take about 3-5 minutes for the cheese to turn brown and crispy, and during that time, you want to just let it cook without moving it at all.
- Once the edges of the cheese are fully browned, use a spatula to gently scrape them off the bottom of the pan. Flip the English muffin over, then place the other slice on top. Add any extra toppings you like and enjoy right away for maximum crispiness.
Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using a gluten-free sandwich bread or English muffin.
- This recipe can’t really be made vegan, since the main ingredients are eggs and cheese, but you may be able to make a vegan version using tofu scramble and non-dairy cheese. Just Egg should also work well.
- What type of cheese is best to use? I would recommend a type of cheese that melts well and holds up once browned in the pan. Different cheeses will add different flavors, so use what you like best.
- Can these breakfast sandwiches be made ahead of time? Yes, you can make a batch of these ahead of time, wrap them in foil, and store them in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use. Once reheated, the cheese won’t be quite as crispy as it was before, but it should hold its texture pretty well.
- How long do leftovers last? If stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, leftovers should last about 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or the oven for best results.
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Crispy Cheese and Egg Sandwiches
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
If you love a classic egg and cheese breakfast sandwich, but also find them lacking in texture, my Crispy Cheese and Egg Sandwiches are for you! The cheese gets perfectly crispy in the hot pan, which adds extra taste and texture to these delicious breakfast sandwiches. I like to add sliced jalapeños for extra heat. Serve on an English muffin, or your favorite sandwich bread.
Ingredients
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese, or cheese of choice
- 4 servings of scrambled eggs (I usually do about two eggs per person)
- 4 English muffins, toasted
- Sliced jalapeno, optional
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Heat a large pan over medium-low heat. Spray with cooking spray and then place the cheese slices down. If adding jalapeño, place them directly on the pan and then place the cheese slice over the top of them.
- Add one serving of the cooked eggs on top of the cheese and give them a gentle press down. Place the lid on top of the pan and just let the cheese start melting. It should take about 3-5 minutes for the cheese to become brown and crispy, and during that time you want to just let it cook without moving it around at all.
- Once the edges of the cheese are fully browned, use a spatula to gently scrape them off the bottom of the pan. Flip over onto your English muffin and then place the other slice of English muffin on top. Add any extra toppings you like and enjoy right away for maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Actually so freaking good
yah! So glad you enjoyed!!