Description
A flavorful and creamy spicy cheddar and cream cheese egg sandwich perfect for breakfast or brunch. This sandwich features fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with a spicy cream cheese and cheddar spread, layered with fresh avocado and optional greens, all sandwiched between toasted bagels or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Spicy Cheese Spread
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce or sriracha
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sandwich Assembly
- 2 everything bagels or 4 slices of bread, toasted
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Fresh arugula or spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well blended to ensure the eggs are smooth and fully mixed.
- Cook the Eggs: Heat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture and cook, gently scrambling the eggs until they are just set and creamy. Remove from heat to avoid overcooking.
- Make the Spicy Cheese Spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth and evenly blended for a spicy, creamy spread.
- Toast the Bread: Toast the bagels or bread slices until golden and crisp, providing a sturdy base for the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread the spicy cream cheese mixture evenly onto each slice of toasted bread or bagel halves. Layer the scrambled eggs on top, followed by slices of avocado and fresh arugula or spinach if desired.
- Serve: Close the sandwich and serve warm for a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce to your preference.
- This sandwich also works well with English muffins or croissants as an alternative to bagels.
- For additional flavor and protein, consider adding crispy bacon or sausage as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 285 mg
