Prosciutto and Egg Toast is an easy breakfast that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort. Crispy toast is topped with savory prosciutto, a perfectly cooked egg, and a sprinkle of cheese for a simple meal that is packed with flavor.
This recipe is great for busy mornings when you want something more satisfying than a bowl of cereal, but it is also delicious enough for a relaxed weekend breakfast or brunch. You can customize it with your favorite bread, cheese, herbs, and toppings to make it your own.
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Why You Will Like This Recipe
Prosciutto and Egg Toast works because it combines a few simple ingredients that complement each other perfectly. The toast provides a crispy, sturdy base, while the prosciutto adds salty, savory flavor. A warm egg brings richness and makes the toast feel much more substantial.
One of the best things about this recipe is how quickly it comes together. You can toast the bread while cooking the egg, then assemble everything in just a few minutes.
The combination of textures is also what makes this breakfast so good. You get crunchy toast, tender prosciutto, creamy egg yolk, and melted cheese in every bite.
It is an easy recipe to keep in your back pocket when you need a quick breakfast, lunch, or even a light dinner.
Ingredients Needed
- Bread: Use your favorite sturdy bread. Sourdough, whole wheat, French bread, or a thick slice of multigrain bread all work well.
- Prosciutto: Thinly sliced prosciutto adds a delicious salty and savory flavor. It can be served as is or lightly crisped in a skillet.
- Eggs: Eggs provide protein and richness. You can fry, scramble, or poach them depending on your preference.
- Scallions (optional)
- Cracked Pepper
How to make the Perfect Fried Egg for Toast
One thing I've been trying to master lately is making a fried egg and I think I've nailed it. It took quite a bit of wasted eggs to get right before the yolk would turn bright yellow. There are 2 things you have to remember when making them. 1, You can't leave your eyes off the egg. Do not get up and go to the bathroom when you make these or else your yolk will get hard. Number 2 is to cook it on medium heat at around 5 if you have one of those number dials on your oven. If you have a clear lid that also helps as well. So here is how I make them. Fried eggs are an art form as you can see on Instagram.
- Get a nonstick skillet and set the oven to medium-high heat.
- Let your skillet warm up a little and spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray. Crack your egg into the pan.
- Let the outer white yolk cook for a bit until it becomes bubbly.
- If there is any runny clear yolk left around the orange yolk, pour a little bit of water into the pan to create steam and put a clear lid on top of the skillet. Your fried egg will be done once your white yolk is no longer clear.
- Your egg yolks will break and that is OK. Just start over again. 🙂
Pro Tips for Prosciutto Egg Toast
Use a thick slice of bread so the toast can hold the prosciutto and egg without becoming soggy.
For extra flavor, toast the bread in a skillet with a little butter instead of using a toaster.
If you prefer crispy prosciutto, cook it in a skillet for a minute or two until the edges become crisp. Be careful not to overcook it because prosciutto can become quite salty and chewy.
For the best runny egg, cook it over medium-low heat and remove it from the skillet as soon as the egg white is set.
Add the cheese while the egg is still hot so it has a chance to soften and melt slightly.
Storage
Prosciutto and Egg Toast is best enjoyed immediately after making it. The toast will lose its crisp texture if stored after assembly.
If you have leftover ingredients, store the bread, prosciutto, cheese, and cooked egg separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Cooked eggs can generally be refrigerated for up to 3 to 4 days.
When ready to eat, toast fresh bread and assemble the ingredients just before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Prosciutto and Egg Toast with fresh fruit, berries, or a simple green salad for a light and balanced meal. It also pairs well with roasted potatoes or crispy breakfast potatoes for a heartier breakfast.
For brunch, serve it alongside fresh fruit, yogurt, coffee, or your favorite breakfast drink.
You can also add sliced avocado, arugula, tomato, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of hot honey for a fun twist.
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Prosciutto and Egg Toast
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 1 toast 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Description
Say hello to your new favorite way to eat toast for breakfast! This Prosciutto and Egg toast is a quick and easy 3 ingredient breakfast you can throw together in under 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 slice of whole grain such as 12 grain
- 1 egg
- 1 oz of Prosciutto
- Scallions (optional)
- Cracked Pepper
Instructions
- Insert bread into a toaster.
- Cook your egg in a nonstick skillet. Read my post above to see how I cook my fried eggs.
- When your egg is done cooking lay 1 oz of prosciutto on your toast and then the fried egg. Garnish with some sliced scallions.
Notes
WW Freestyle Points: 6
Makes 1 serving
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 229
- Sugar: 2.6g
- Fat: 9.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Carbohydrates: 17.8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17.9g
Claire says
Tasty and easy for a quick lunch! Thank you!