Description
The Spicy Cheddar & Cream Cheese Egg Sandwich is a flavorful and satisfying breakfast or brunch option, featuring creamy and spicy cheese spread, fluffy scrambled eggs, and toasted bread for the perfect balance of heat, richness, and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp butter
- 2 slices of bread (your choice)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- Butter for toasting the bread (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Melt 1 tsp butter and add the eggs. Scramble gently until just set. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, hot sauce, and paprika or chili flakes until well combined.
- Lightly toast or grill the bread slices with butter if desired.
- Spread the spicy cheese mixture evenly on one or both slices of bread.
- Add scrambled eggs on top of the cheese layer, then top with the second slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- Serve immediately, optionally with a side of greens or fruit.
Notes
- Use bagels, English muffins, or croissants for variety.
- Add avocado, sautéed onions, or crispy bacon for extra richness.
- Make it portable by wrapping in parchment or foil for an on-the-go meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 255mg
Keywords: egg sandwich, spicy egg breakfast, cheddar egg sandwich, cream cheese eggs, breakfast sandwich