Bagel Breakfast Sandwich

Craving the ultimate breakfast sandwich? This loaded bagel creation combines perfectly runny eggs, melted cheese, and creamy avocado with a kick of sriracha that’ll wake up your taste buds and start your day right.

What makes this sandwich special is the combination of two different cheeses melting into those golden eggs, plus the contrast between creamy avocado and spicy sriracha sauce. The everything bagel adds the perfect savory crunch that ties it all together.

Ingredients

For the Base:

• 1 Everything Bagel
• ½ tablespoon Salted Butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 slice Cheddar Cheese
• 1 slice American Cheese

For the Toppings:

• 2 slices Honey Ham
• ½ large Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Creamy Sriracha Sauce
• Kosher Salt, to taste

Steps

1. Toast your bagel to a golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Look for light browning on the cut sides for the perfect crunch.
2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F/190°C). Add ½ tablespoon butter and swirl to coat the pan completely.
3. Once butter is fully melted and bubbling (but not brown), crack 2 eggs into the pan. Season with a pinch of kosher salt. Watch for the whites to become opaque around the edges (2-3 minutes).
4. Carefully flip the eggs using a thin spatula. Reduce heat to medium-low (about 300°F/150°C) to prevent overcooking.
5. Immediately layer both cheese slices on top of the eggs. The residual heat will melt them perfectly.
6. Place ham slices on the empty side of the skillet for 30-45 seconds per side until lightly browned and warm.
7. Layer the warmed ham over the melting cheese. Turn off heat.
8. On the bottom bagel half, spread and mash ½ avocado. Sprinkle with kosher salt to enhance flavor.
9. Transfer the ham-egg-cheese stack onto the avocado layer.
10. Spread 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce on the top bagel half and complete your sandwich.

Smart Swaps

• Use a whole wheat bagel for extra fiber
• Substitute turkey for ham to reduce calories
• Try mashed black beans instead of avocado for a different protein boost

Make It Diabetes-Friendly

• Choose a high-fiber bagel thin (reduces carbs by 50%)
• Use only egg whites to lower fat content
• Add extra vegetables like spinach or tomato
• Consider using sugar-free sriracha sauce

Pro Tips

• For the perfect runny yolk, cook eggs for exactly 2 minutes on the first side
• Let sandwich rest for 1 minute before cutting to prevent filling spillage
• Wrap in foil if taking to go – it’ll keep warm for up to 30 minutes