Breakfast Bagel Recipe

What's better than a breakfast sandwich? Right: a Breakfast BAGEL Sandwich! 🥯💫 (This is honestly so good)

Jan 04, 2025

A delicious breakfast bagel sandwich filled with fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, fresh avocado slices, and lamb’s lettuce, served on a white plate.

This breakfast bagel is a game-changer for mornings when you want something hearty but don’t have time to fuss. It’s all about layering flavors with minimal effort: soft eggs, crispy bagel, creamy avocado, tangy cottage cheese, and fresh greens, all in one perfect bite. The best part? It comes together using a clever flip-and-fill method I swear by—it’s the same trick I use for my famous 5-minute breakfast sandwich! You’re cooking the eggs and toasting the bagel all at once, which saves time and cuts down on dishes. Talk about a win-win.

Nutrient-Packed and Ready to Fuel Your Day

This bagel isn’t just tasty; it also comes with a lot of nutrients. The eggs bring protein and healthy fats to keep you full, the cottage cheese adds calcium, and the avocado gives you a dose of heart-healthy omega-3s. The greens—whether you go with lamb’s lettuce, spinach, or arugula—add a fresh crunch and extra vitamins. It’s everything you need to kick-start your morning without overthinking it.

Close-up of a golden toasted bagel sandwich folded around eggs, avocado, cottage cheese, and greens, with a glass of water on the side.

Prep Time: 5 minutes I Cook time: 5 minutes I 1 serving

Ingredients

2 eggs
Spices of your choice (salt, pepper, chili flakes—whatever you love!)
1 bagel (cut in half)
2 tablespoons cottage cheese
1/2 avocado, sliced
A handful of lamb’s lettuce (or any leafy greens you prefer)

Instructions:

Whisk the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with salt, pepper, or your favorite spices, and whisk until smooth.
Cook the Eggs and Bagels: Pour the whisked eggs into a heated non-stick pan over medium heat. Immediately press the outer sides of the bagel halves into the eggs to coat. Flip the bagel halves over so the outer sides are sitting on top of the eggs.
Cook Until Set: Let everything cook until the eggs are fully set and the bagels are lightly toasted. Flip the entire thing as one piece, so the inner sides (cut sides) of the bagels are now in contact with the pan.
Add the Toppings: Spread cottage cheese over the eggy side of the bagel. Layer with avocado slices and a handful of lamb’s lettuce (or your favorite greens).
Fold and Serve: Fold the bagel and eggs together like a sandwich, slide it onto a plate, and enjoy your Breakfast Bagel Sandwich right away!

Tips & Substitution Ideas

Don’t Skip the Twist: Twisting the bagels into the eggs helps everything hold together beautifully.
Toast Beforehand: If you love an extra crunch, lightly toast your bagel before adding it to the pan.
Season to Taste: Spice things up with a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce.
Greens: Swap lamb’s lettuce for spinach, arugula, or even shredded iceberg if that’s what you have.
Cottage Cheese: Greek yogurt or cream cheese can work as a creamy alternative.
Bagel: Any bread works here—try an English muffin, sourdough slice, or gluten-free option.
Avocado: Not a fan? Smashed chickpeas or hummus can add the same creamy texture.