Learn how to make delicious Eggy Bread with this simple recipe. This classic breakfast dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a weekend treat or relaxed brunch.
I get really bored with breakfast. I find the concept of buying a pack of cereal and eating that until it’s gone really strange.
You wouldn’t eat the same lunch or dinner (well, I wouldn’t) every day for two weeks, so why would you want to eat the same breakfast?
Then there’s the absolute lack of calories in something like cereal or toast. The bit between breakfast and lunch is probably the busiest time of my day, but also the time with the least fuel.
It’s just all wrong!
So, while I love cereal and toast, I sometimes need something more.
We often have things like sausage sandwiches, pancakes, or French toast at the weekend. But while I want a bigger breakfast, I don’t always want all the extra calories, and these recipes are usually treats.
Eggy bread is somewhere in the middle. You can easily add a little sweetness and even make it an unhealthy treat. But with a pile of fresh fruit, it is healthy, filling, and packed with energy.
It’s the perfect breakfast if you’ve got a busy day or brunch if you need something extra between breakfast and lunch.
Why I Love Eggy Bread
I really think this easy eggy bread recipe is the perfect breakfast because:
- It’s quick, easy, and cheap.
- You can add fruit as a healthy option, but it also works with syrup if you want something sweet.
- Eggy bread with bacon and either syrup or ketchup make a fab filling breakfast.
- It’s healthier than French toast or pancakes but still feels special.
- You can use different kinds of bread for different tastes and textures.
- You’ve probably got everything that you need.
- It’s great for weaning. It’s soft, tasty finger food and perfect for even very young children.
- It’s a high-protein meal to start the day.
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Ingredients for Eggy Bread
I use:
Eggs
4 Slices Bread – I typically use something like Best of Both because that’s what we have in. White is great, too.
Semi-Skimmed Milk
Cooking Spray – You can use olive oil, any other cooking oil, or even a tbsp of butter if you prefer.
Toppings of Choice – Fruit and bacon are both ideal.
You’ll Also Need
As well as the ingredients, you’ll need:
A Non-Stick Frying Pan
A Large Shallow Bowl – I use a pasta bowl, but anything you can easily fit a slice of bread in is good. If you only have small bowls, cut your bread into pieces.
Small Hand Whisk – You can use an electric whisk, but there’s no need. You could even whisk it all together with a fork.
How to Make Eggy Bread – Step-by-Step Instructions
Full, easy-to-follow instructions and quantities are available in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step One
In a shallow, wide bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. I use a pasta bowl, which gives me plenty of space to dip my bread without bending it.
Step Two
Heat the cooking spray in a non-stick pan over medium heat on the hob. You want it nice and hot before you add the dipped bread.
Step Three
Dip a slice of bread in the egg mixture.
Step Four
Flip and dip again so both sides are coated in egg mixture. It shouldn’t be so saturated that you can’t lift it without breaking, but you want a nice soaking.
It can be helpful to lift with a spatula instead of picking it up with your hands.
Step Five
Carefully place the bread in the pan.
Step Six
Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. If one side needs longer, flip it back over until it’s how you want it.
Step Seven
Repeat for all the bread.
Step Eight
Serve with your toppings of choice.
Top Tips
Making eggy bread is super easy, so my tips are limited!
- Warm the pan before adding the bread. This stops it from sticking and helps you to avoid the first pancake is always rubbish phenomenon.
- Give each side a full minute or two and turn back if it’s still under-done.
- Use a good quality non-stick pan.
Serving Suggestions
For a quick breakfast, I quite often just have it with tomato ketchup.
I also like it with bacon and ketchup, but I know many people like bacon and syrup.
My favourite toppings are strawberries and bananas. Other berries like blueberries and raspberries are great, too. All topped with a little drizzle of golden syrup, but that’s optional if you want a healthy breakfast.
Variations
I love eggy bread with fruit. It’s easy, filling, refreshing, and filled with nutrients. But if you want to try something a little different, eggy bread recipes can be very versatile, and there are plenty of options.
How to Make Eggy Bread with Cheese
A cheesy eggy bread recipe is delicious and an easy alternative to something like an omelette.
Simply whisk grated cheddar cheese in with your eggs and milk.
Dip your bread, and let it absorb plenty of egg. Then, when you’ve transferred your bread into the pan to cook, scoop out a little of the grated cheese left in the bowl and place it on top of the soaked bread, spreading a little.
It’ll melt as it warms up.
Cinnamon Eggy Bread
Cinnamon is a lovely, sweet, warming flavour.
All you need to do is add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon to your eggs before you whisk.
Add more for a stronger flavour.
Fruity Eggy Bread
The egg mix isn’t the only thing that you can change. You can also use different bread.
Instead of white or, best of both, dip slices of fruit loaf, cinnamon, and raisin bread into your whisked egg mixture.
Chocolate
When it comes to chocolate eggy bread, there are three options.
First, you can add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to your egg mixture.
Second, you could spread your cooked bread with chocolate spread or drizzle it with chocolate sauce.
Third, you could use chocolate bread. Something like a sliced chocolate chip or swirled brioche could work well.
Seeded
I love seeded bread. My kids don’t really like it, so it’s not something that we have a lot.
But you can use it if you want to. It works really well.
High-Fibre Eggy Bread
If you want more fibre, you can absolutely use brown bread instead of white. Lots of fruit helps here, too!
How to Make Eggy Bread Without Milk
If you want to make eggy bread without milk, just skip it. Your mixture will be a little thicker and won’t go as far, but it will still work.
How to Make Sweet Eggy Bread
Sweet Eggy Bread is basically French toast. Which is wonderful! Add a tablespoon or two (or more, depending on how sweet you like it!) of caster or granulated sugar before you whisk the mixture together.
Leftovers
I recommend only making as much as you need. If there is any leftover, you can keep and reheat, but the texture won’t be the same.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight bag or tub in the fridge and reheat for a few minutes in a pan before eating.
I wouldn’t keep it for longer than a day or two.
FAQ
By whisking the milk and eggs, dipping the bread, and frying. Easy. See the recipe card below for full instructions.
One slice of eggy bread has around 180 calories. This depends on the ingredients you use, however.
When I make eggy bread, I use three eggs for every four slices of bread. This serves two. Double for a family breakfast.
Fruit goes really well with eggy bread. You can eat it on its own, with your favourite dipping sauce, and as part of a larger breakfast.
Is Eggy Bread the Same as French Toast? Not quite.
It is like the British or healthier version of French toast. Or French Toast is a Sweet Eggy Bread Recipe. French toast is typically sweet and is made with eggs, milk, and sugar. You can add things like cinnamon and vanilla; some people use double cream for extra decadence. The sugar can also change the texture, giving it a bit of crispiness at the edges.
Is Eggy Bread Good for You? Yes! Eggy Bread is super healthy, especially if you serve it with fruit.
However, if you start adding syrup and things like bacon, it can become unhealthy. It’s all in the toppings.
I like my eggy bread quite soft. It shouldn’t be hard or crunchy, but you can fry for a little longer if you want it to be firmer.
The edges should be a little crisp. But it’s a personal preference.
It should be soft but not soggy. If it’s soggy, it might need cooking for a little longer.
You can make eggy bread without milk, but I think the consistency is better with a splash of milk.
No French toast is sweet and eggy bread savoury.
Yes, you can keep it in the fridge, but it’s better fresh.
Eggs are a good food if you are looking to boost your protein intake. The specific macros will depend on what kind of bread you use and what toppings you can use. A high-protein yoghurt and fruit can be great.
Eggy bread with fruit is filling and healthy, making it a great option if you are watching what you eat.
Other Recipes You Might Enjoy
If you like this recipe, you might also want to try:
- American Pancakes
- Fruity Flapjacks
- Hobnobs
- Apple and Cinnamon Loaf Cake
- Apple Flapjacks
- Cinnamon Rolls
- Mincemeat Chelsea Buns
- Earl Grey Tea Loaf
- Nutella Porridge
The Recipe
Eggy Bread
Ingredients
- Cooking Spray (Or oil)
- 3 Medium Eggs
- Splash Semi-Skimmed Milk
- 4 Slices White Bread (Other kinds of bread work well too, I use Best of Both)
- Toppings (Optional, fruit and berries, bacon, syrup or just ketchup are great)
Instructions
- In a shallow, wide bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Heat the cooking spray in a non-stick pan over a medium heat on the hob.
- Dip a slice of bread in the egg mixture.
- Flip and dip again, so both sides are coated in egg mixture.
- Carefully place the bread in the pan.
- Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Repeat for all of the bread.
- Serve with your toppings of choice.
Notes
- See the post above for alternative flavour ideas.
Any nutritional information is given as a general guide only and may not be accurate. The information is provided using an online calculator and is specific to my ingredients. Please make your own calculations if you want precise information.
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