Loaded Breakfast Sandwich (Printable)

A hearty sandwich with avocado, bacon, cheese, and egg on toasted bread. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices thick-cut bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or brioche)
02 - 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil (for toasting)

→ Proteins

03 - 4 slices bacon (or turkey bacon for alternative)
04 - 2 large eggs

→ Dairy

05 - 2 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss, American, or preferred cheese)

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
07 - 1 small tomato, sliced (optional)
08 - 1 handful baby spinach or arugula (optional)

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5–6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
02 - Wipe the skillet and melt half the butter. Toast the bread slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining butter if needed and fry eggs to your preference (sunny side up, over-easy, or scrambled). Season with salt and pepper.
04 - While eggs cook, layer one slice of cheese on two of the toasted bread slices so it melts slightly from the bread's heat.
05 - Top each cheese-topped slice with 2 bacon strips, sliced avocado, tomato, and spinach or arugula if using.
06 - Place a cooked egg on each stack, then crown with the remaining toasted bread slices.
07 - Serve immediately, optionally cutting in half for easier eating.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It keeps you full until lunch without feeling heavy or greasy.
  • You can prep the bacon ahead and just assemble when you're ready to eat.
  • Every bite has texture, from crispy bacon to creamy avocado to that perfect yolk spill.
02 -
  • Don't rush the bacon, slow-cooking it in a cold pan prevents it from curling and burning.
  • Toast the bread in the same skillet you cooked the bacon in for extra flavor.
  • If the yolk breaks while you're flipping the egg, just scramble it quickly and keep going, it still tastes great.
03 -
  • Let the bacon drain on paper towels so it stays crispy and doesn't make the bread greasy.
  • Slice the avocado just before assembling so it doesn't brown.
  • If you're making two sandwiches, keep the first one warm in a low oven while you finish the second.
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