Breakfast Bagel with Egg in the Hole
🥯 Breakfast Bagel with Egg in the Hole
A playful, hearty, and satisfying take on a breakfast classic—crispy bagel, golden egg, and endless topping possibilities. Whether you’re making one for yourself or a whole brunch crowd, this dish delivers every time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 bagel (any flavor — plain, everything, whole wheat, etc.)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp butter or oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced avocado
- Bacon or sausage crumbles
- Cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or cream cheese)
- Hot sauce or sriracha
- Chopped chives or parsley
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Bagel
- Slice the bagel in half horizontally.
- If the center hole is too small, tear or cut a bit more bread out so it can hold the egg.
2. Heat the Pan
- Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add butter or oil and let it melt.
3. Toast the Bagel
- Place both halves cut side down in the skillet for about 1 minute, just until lightly crisped.
- Flip so the cut side is up.
4. Add the Egg
- Crack an egg into a small bowl.
- Gently pour the egg into the center of one bagel half.
- Use a spatula to hold the bagel steady if needed.
5. Cook
- Cover the skillet with a lid.
- Cook for 4–6 minutes, or until the white is set and yolk is still soft.
(Cook longer if you prefer a firm yolk.)
6. Serve
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add your choice of toppings.
- Serve open-faced or top with the second bagel half (with cream cheese or butter if desired).
📝 Notes & Tips
- Yolk texture: Break the yolk after adding it to the pan if you prefer it cooked through.
- Cheese it up: Place a slice of cheese on the egg during the last minute and re-cover to melt.
- Toppings bar: Hosting brunch? Let guests customize with different bagels, toppings, and sauces.
- Veggie twist: Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or tomato slices.