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Crispy Sheet Pan Egg-in-a-Hole with Bacon and Cheese

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A quick and easy breakfast recipe featuring egg-in-a-hole baked on a sheet pan with crispy bacon and melted cheese, delivering a perfect combination of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices sturdy sandwich bread or country white bread (day-old works best)
  • 8 large eggs, preferably at room temperature
  • 8 strips thick-cut bacon (smoky applewood smoked recommended)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or blend of cheddar and mozzarella)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
  2. Using a round cookie cutter or glass (2.5 to 3 inches diameter), cut a circle from the center of each bread slice. Set cutouts aside.
  3. Place bread slices on the prepared sheet pan. Arrange bacon strips around the edges or alongside the bread slices.
  4. Brush melted butter around the edges of each bread slice with a pastry brush.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over and around each bread slice.
  6. Carefully crack one egg into each bread hole, keeping yolks intact for runny yolks or breaking gently for firmer eggs.
  7. Season each egg with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Sprinkle chopped chives or parsley if desired.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, checking after 10 minutes. Egg whites should be set, yolks cooked to preference, and bacon crispy.
  9. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for crispier bacon, watching closely to prevent burning.
  10. Remove from oven, let cool for 1-2 minutes, then serve warm with bacon strips and toasted bread cutouts.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best crispiness. Let eggs come to room temperature before baking for even cooking. Do not crowd the pan to ensure even crisping. Brushing melted butter on bread edges is key for golden, crispy crust. Bacon can be swapped for turkey or vegetarian alternatives. Gluten-free bread can be used but watch baking time as it may crisp faster.

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