Crispy Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich with Bacon and Fried Egg
A quick and satisfying breakfast sandwich featuring crispy bacon, a perfectly fried egg, and toasted bread, ideal for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 slices hearty sandwich bread or sourdough, toasted
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste
- Optional add-ons: fresh spinach leaves, sliced avocado, cheddar or American cheese slice
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Heat skillet over medium heat. Lay bacon strips in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until crispy but not burnt. Drain on paper towels.
- Toast the bread: Toast bread slices until golden brown. Butter each slice lightly and set aside.
- Fry the egg: Wipe out some bacon grease leaving about a teaspoon. Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter, crack egg gently into pan. Cook sunny-side up for 2-3 minutes until whites are set but yolk jiggles. Season with salt and pepper. Optionally cover pan for 1 minute to cook top whites.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread mayonnaise on one or both slices of bread. Layer bacon, then fried egg. Add optional cheese or greens if desired. Top with second slice of bread.
- Final touch (optional): Place sandwich back in skillet and press gently with spatula or sandwich press for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and melty.
Notes
Cook bacon over medium heat to render fat and avoid curling. Use medium-low heat for egg to keep yolk runny. Butter adds flavor but watch for burning. Toast bread first and butter just before assembling to keep crispiness. Bacon can be cooked in oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes to free stovetop space. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated in skillet for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 28
Keywords: breakfast sandwich, bacon and egg sandwich, crispy bacon, fried egg, quick breakfast, easy breakfast sandwich, morning meal