These Ham, Egg and Cheese Toasts are my go-to when I need something warm, fast, and filling. You only need a few everyday ingredients (bread, ham, eggs, cheese, butter), and the whole thing's ready in about 10 minutes.
If mornings at your house feel like a scene from a game show - everyone hungry, school shoes missing, and coffee nowhere in sight - this one's for you.
It's the kind of breakfast that feels like real food without slowing your morning down. Bonus: the kids can help make them, which is either helpful or mildly chaotic - depending on how much coffee you've had. 👇👇
Andi's Note
These warm little melts take me right back to the years when mornings felt like a race and everyone needed food right now. I used to throw these together with whatever bread we had and a few slices of ham, and somehow they always hit the spot. Now I still make them because they're fast, flexible, and kid-approved. Simple, melty breakfasts like this are my happy place.
Why I Love This Recipe
This recipe is quick, flexible, and totally dependable for those "everyone's starving" moments.
- Fast and simple - 10-minute prep with stuff already in your fridge.
- Kid-friendly - melty cheese and toasty bread make instant fans.
- Versatile - breakfast, lunch, or "we forgot to thaw dinner" nights.
- Budget-friendly - pantry staples that stretch a grocery bill.
- Customizable - use any bread or cheese you've got.
- Meal-prep friendly - leftovers reheat beautifully.
Recipe Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 4 slices bread - or bagels, English muffins, or sourdough
- 4 slices deli ham
- 4 slices cheese - cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite
- Butter
Step-By-Step Instructions 👇👇
STEP 1: Toast the Bread
Move your oven rack to the top third so the heat hits quickly. Spread butter on 4 slices of bread and place them on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
TIP: Toaster or air fryer works too if you're multitasking school lunches.
STEP 2: Cook the Eggs
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and crack in 8 eggs. Scramble gently with a wooden spoon until soft and slightly glossy - they'll finish cooking under the broiler. Prefer a yolky egg? Fry instead.
STEP 3: Build the Melts
Remove the toast from the oven and layer in this order:
- 1 slice of ham
- A big spoonful of scrambled eggs
- 1 slice of cheese
This layering helps the cheese melt evenly and keeps the bread crisp underneath.
STEP 4: Melt Under the Broiler
Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil for 1-3 minutes. The cheese should bubble around the edges and turn golden but not too dark.
STEP 5: Serve
Let the toasts cool for a minute so the cheese settles. Serve warm with fruit, yogurt, or a quick side if you want to stretch the meal.
Let the Kids Help
This is one of those recipes you can hand off to kids or teens. They can butter the bread, layer the ham and cheese, or scramble the eggs with a little help. Especially if you're using an air fryer! It's an easy way to get breakfast on the table and teach some kitchen skills - win-win.
Recipe Tips
- Toast first: This keeps the bread from getting soggy under the eggs.
- Use parchment paper: It prevents sticking and speeds cleanup.
- Scramble softly: Eggs should be glossy since they finish cooking under the broiler.
- Watch the broiler: Cheese can go from melted to burnt quickly!
- Use pre-shredded cheese: It melts just fine for this recipe.
- Double the batch: These reheat well for quick weekday breakfasts.
Variations and Substitutions
- Try different breads: English muffins, whole grain, sourdough, or bagels work well.
- Use turkey: Swap deli ham for turkey or leftover cooked chicken.
- Go spicy: Add jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Vegetarian version: Skip the ham and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Cheese lovers: Try provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack.
- Creamy eggs: Stir in a splash of heavy cream before scrambling.
Make It for Dinner
If you're following my Dinner Rhythm Blueprint, this recipe works as a quick Emergency Dinner for nights when you need something warm and satisfying with minimal effort.
- A quick green salad or roasted sweet potatoes.
- A bowl of tomato soup or fruit salad.
- A healthy homemade smoothie.
- Or just call it good and hand everyone a slice of toast - no judgment here.
How To Store Leftovers
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Use a toaster oven or air fryer for crisp edges or microwave for softer results.
- Freezing: Not ideal because the bread softens, but you can freeze the cooked eggs separately.
FAQs
Yes, any bread works, including bagels, English muffins, sourdough, or whole wheat.
Yes. Assemble everything except the broiling and finish them when ready to eat.
Absolutely. They work perfectly in this recipe.
Cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, and provolone all melt smoothly.
Yes, older kids love assembling the layers before broiling.
You can melt the cheese in a toaster oven or air fryer instead.
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Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 4 slices bread
- 4 slices deli ham
- 4 slices cheese
- Butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread butter on 4 slices of bread and toast on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment for 5 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet and cook 8 eggs by scrambling or frying until just set.
- Layer 1 slice of ham on each toast, spoon on the eggs, and top with 1 slice of cheese.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Toast the bread first for a crisp base.
- Watch closely under the broiler.
- Swap breads like bagels or English muffins.
- Store in fridge up to 3 days; reheat in toaster oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-calculated and meant to be an approximation only.
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