Grated Egg Butter Toast (Printable version)

Buttery toast topped with creamy grated egg, fresh herbs, and simple seasoning for a delicious breakfast bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 2 large eggs

→ Bread

02 - 2 slices hearty bread (sourdough or whole grain preferred)

→ Dairy

03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus extra for spreading

→ Toppings

04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
06 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, optional
07 - Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped, optional

# How to Prepare:

01 - Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Gently lower in the eggs and simmer for 8 to 9 minutes for hard-boiled consistency.
02 - While the eggs cook, toast the bread slices until golden brown. Spread each slice with unsalted butter and, if desired, mayonnaise.
03 - Transfer cooked eggs to an ice bath for 2 minutes. Peel the eggs carefully.
04 - Using a microplane or fine box grater, grate the peeled eggs evenly over the prepared toast.
05 - Finish with a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Uses just a handful of everyday ingredients you probably already have
  • Ready from start to finish in under fifteen minutes
  • Customizable with easy toppings like fresh herbs or avocado
  • No fancy cooking skills or equipment needed
02 -
  • Naturally high in protein and satisfying
  • Great way to use up leftover hard boiled eggs
  • Perfect for make ahead breakfasts
03 -
  • Use a microplane for the fluffiest grated eggs thicker graters will give you chunkier pieces which do not melt into the toast as beautifully
  • Do not skip the ice bath step for easy peeling and a tender final texture
  • Spread butter while the toast is piping hot so it soaks in completely adding a layer of flavor that keeps the egg in place

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