Start your Valentine’s Day with a smile by serving a heart shaped egg in toast, the perfect special occasion breakfast treat.
Eggs have long been associated with new life, fertility and rebirth, making them the perfect symbol of love and romance. Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love, is a fitting occasion to incorporate eggs into your breakfast menu, but honestly, any day is a good day for heart shaped eggs.
Recipes don’t really doesn’t get much easier than this. This simple little dish combines the classic breakfast favorite of fried eggs in a hole but with a romantic touch, making it the perfect special occasion breakfast treat for your kid, partner, or just yourself. Always use fresh eggs to ensure the best flavour.
Servings
1 Egg per person
Prep time
1 Minute
Cooking time
5 Minutes
Total time
6 Minutes
Ingredients
Fresh eggs: 1 large fresh egg per person.
Slices of bread: Choose your preferred type of bread, such as white, whole wheat, or sourdough.
Butter or cooking oil: Use a small amount of butter or cooking oil to prevent sticking and add flavor to the dish.
Salt and pepper: Season the eggs to taste for added flavor.
Directions
Follow this simple recipe to create these easy heart shaped eggs:
- Cut out a heart shape in the center of each slice of bread using a heart-shaped cookie cutter or a knife.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or pan over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter or add cooking spray or oil.
- Place the bread slices in the skillet and gently crack the egg into each heart-shaped hole.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the eggs to season.
- Cook the eggs for a 2-3 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks are still slightly runny.
- Carefully flip the bread slices and cook for an additional minute to lightly toast the other side.
- Remove the heart shaped eggs in toast from the skillet and serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
Add a touch of romance to your special occasion breakfast by serving Heart-Shaped Eggs in a Basket. Whether it’s for a Valentine’s Day breakfast or another cherished moment, or just a little treat for yourself… this delightful heart shaped eggs recipe is a simple twist on your basic fried egg. Here are some serving suggestions to make your breakfast extra special:
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as chives or parsley, fora splash of color and added flavor.
- Pair your heart-shaped eggs with crispy bacon or sausage to create a complete and satisfying breakfast meal.
- For a burst of flavor, serve alongside roasted tomatoes, sliced avocado, or sautéed mushrooms.
- Add of course, add a touch of romance to your breakfast by serving with a glass of refreshing sparkling wine or fresh orange juice.
Tips for Perfect Heart Shaped Eggs in a Basket
To ensure your heart shaped eggs in a basket turn out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the eggs from sticking and maintain the heart shape.
- Adjust the heat as needed to cook the eggs to your desired level of doneness.
- Feel free to experiment with a variety of bread such as white, sourdough, multigrain, or whole-wheat. The crucial factor is selecting a bread with a high-quality crumb, enabling you to effortlessly cut out the heart shape with a cooking cutter.
- Personalize your heart shaped egg in toast by adding shredded cheese or diced vegetables to the bread slices before cooking.