Description
Classic Breakfast Eggy Crumpets are a delightful fusion of fluffy crumpets and creamy scrambled eggs, making for a comforting start to any day. With crispy edges and soft centers, this dish embraces you like a warm hug on a chilly morning. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a late-night snack, these crumpets are easy to customize with your favorite toppings for an extra touch of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh crumpets
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped chives (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the crumpets in a non-stick skillet over medium heat with melted butter until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth. Optionally add chives.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet after crumpets are toasted. Cook gently, stirring until soft curds form (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve toasted crumpets topped with creamy scrambled eggs and additional chives or pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crumpet with eggs (140g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating cheese or diced vegetables into the egg mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a toaster or skillet.