Description
A delicious and hearty Breakfast Bagel Sandwich featuring crispy bacon, creamy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh chives layered inside a toasted everything bagel. Perfect for a quick and satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagel and Spread
- 1 everything bagel
- 1 teaspoon butter (optional)
Eggs and Cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Bacon
- 3 slices bacon
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: Place bacon slices in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Once done, transfer the bacon onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- Prepare Scrambled Eggs: In a bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt. Melt butter in a nonstick pan over medium-low heat, then pour in the eggs. Stir gently and continuously until they are just set but still soft and creamy.
- Toast Bagel: Toast the bagel halves until golden brown. Optionally spread a little butter on the insides of each toasted half for extra flavor.
- Assemble Cheese Layer: Place one slice of cheddar cheese on the bottom half of the toasted bagel. The residual heat from the eggs will help the cheese soften and melt.
- Add Eggs and Bacon: Spoon the warm scrambled eggs over the melted cheese, then layer the crispy bacon slices on top. Sprinkle chopped chives evenly over the filling for a fresh, mild onion flavor.
- Finish and Serve: Top with the remaining bagel half and gently press down to secure the sandwich. Serve immediately while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a dash of milk or cream to the eggs before whisking.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese like Swiss or pepper jack.
- For a healthier option, use turkey bacon or skip the butter.
- Chives add a subtle onion flavor; scallions or green onions are good alternatives.
- The sandwich is best enjoyed fresh but can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to one day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
