This easy English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich with turkey bacon, egg and cheese is a simple, satisfying way to start the day. It takes minutes to prepare, is easy to customize, and can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for quick weekday breakfasts.
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich
Skip the drive-thru and prepare your own breakfast sandwich at home. A toasted whole-wheat English muffin, a melted slice of cheese, a tender fried egg, and turkey bacon make a lighter version of a classic bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. Because this sandwich is quick and portable, it’s perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or packing for work or school.
A Lighter Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich
If you love the classic bacon, egg and cheese McMuffin, this version offers the same comforting flavor with fewer calories. Using turkey bacon, a single slice of sharp cheddar, and a whole grain English muffin keeps this sandwich lighter while still satisfying.
Breakfast Sandwich Ingredients
- English Muffins: Two whole-wheat or whole-grain English muffins, split and toasted.
- Turkey Bacon: Two slices, halved if desired so they fit the muffin.
- Cheese: Sharp cheddar is recommended for flavor; use your favorite sliceable cheese.
- Eggs: Two large eggs. Fry with runny yolks if you prefer, or cook through or scramble them.
- Salt and Pepper: To season the eggs.
- Optional: Hot sauce, ketchup, mustard, sliced avocado, or tomato.
How to Make English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
- Toast and melt: Split the English muffins and place a slice of cheese on each muffin half. Toast under a broiler or in a toaster oven until the cheese is melted and the muffins are golden. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Cook the turkey bacon: In a nonstick skillet sprayed with a little oil, cook the turkey bacon according to package directions until browned and crisp. Remove and keep warm.
- Cook the eggs: Spray the skillet again if needed, crack the eggs into the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook on low, covered, until the whites set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness. For a fully set yolk, cook a little longer; for a runny yolk, cook briefly on low heat and cover to finish the whites.
- Assemble: Place the bacon on the bottom muffin half and the egg on the top half, or vice versa, then close the sandwich. Add any preferred condiments or vegetables and serve immediately.
How to Make Ahead
These sandwiches are ideal for preparing ahead. Scramble the eggs if you prefer, or cook individual fried eggs and assemble sandwiches. Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to four days. To reheat, microwave on a microwave-safe plate for 45–60 seconds from the fridge, or warm in a toaster oven until heated through. If using a toaster oven, remove foil before toasting.
How to Make Ahead and Freeze
To freeze, wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap or foil and store in the freezer for up to three months. Reheat from frozen by microwaving on a plate for about one minute, flipping the sandwich, then microwaving for another minute until hot. If you prefer oven reheating, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven until heated through.
Variations
- Meat swaps: Use ham, center-cut bacon, Canadian bacon, Taylor ham, or a turkey sausage patty instead of turkey bacon.
- Bread options: Try gluten-free English muffins, bagels, rolls, or sliced bread for a different texture.
- Cheese choices: Pepper Jack, provolone, mozzarella, or Swiss all work well and change the flavor profile.
- Seasoning: Try everything bagel seasoning or Tajín on the eggs for extra flavor.
- Vegetables: Add sliced avocado, tomato, or red onion for freshness.
- Vegetarian: Omit meat and add grilled vegetables or a plant-based sausage patty.
- Dairy-free: Skip the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
Full Recipe Details
Yield: 2 sandwiches
Prep time: 2 mins • Cook time: 10 mins • Total time: 15 mins
Calories: ~242 per sandwich (calculation may vary depending on specific ingredients).
Ingredients
- Olive oil spray or a teaspoon of oil for cooking
- 2 English light whole wheat muffins, toasted
- 2 slices turkey bacon, cut in half
- 2 slices cheddar cheese or American-style cheese
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional condiments: hot sauce, ketchup, mustard, avocado, tomato
Instructions
- Open the English muffins, place a slice of cheese on each half, and toast in the toaster oven or under the broiler about 6 inches from the heat until the cheese melts. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Spray a skillet with oil and cook the turkey bacon until browned and crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Spray the skillet again if needed. Crack the eggs into the nonstick skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook on low, covered, until the whites are set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness. Scramble if you prefer.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing the bacon on one muffin half and the egg on the other, then close and add any condiments you like.
- Serve immediately or wrap for refrigeration or freezing for later use.
Notes
Check labels if you require gluten-free English muffins. Variations include using ham, turkey sausage, Taylor ham, or center-cut bacon. Add avocado or tomato for freshness. To make dairy-free, omit or substitute the cheese. To make ahead, scramble eggs, assemble sandwiches, wrap tightly and refrigerate up to 4 days. To freeze, wrap individually and store up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen by microwaving 1 minute, flipping, then microwaving an additional minute, or thaw overnight and warm in the oven.
Nutrition (approximate per sandwich)
Calories: 242 kcal • Carbs: 29.5 g • Protein: 18.5 g • Fat: 9.5 g • Saturated Fat: 2 g • Cholesterol: 211 mg • Sodium: 671 mg • Fiber: 8 g • Sugar: 3.2 g
More Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas
- Overnight oats
- Breakfast strata with sausage and mushrooms
- Baked sweet potato egg cups
- High-protein egg white muffins
- Baked oatmeal with blueberries and bananas
If you make this sandwich, consider leaving a comment to share how you customized it. Quick, versatile, and easy to prepare, this English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich is a practical choice for busy mornings or weekend brunches alike.