Toad in the hole is a super fun and unique breakfast that my kids LOVE.

It’s not only super delicious but really fun to make (they love to break the egg into the center)! The ingredients are simple – eggs, slices of bread, butter, and a little salt and pepper.

It’s also a great “breakfast in bed” dish. Just add some fruit or oatmeal on the side and a big glass of orange juice!

Egg and toast is a classic combination! For another quick egg dish try our perfect Scrambled Eggs.

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • Only 3 ingredients!! Bread, eggs, and butter- it couldn’t be simpler!
  • Make one or make a lot! Whether you are serving one or a crowd, it’s easy to adjust for the occasion.
  • Less mess. You don’t need a lot of dishes to make this easy breakfast, just one pan!

Toad in the Hole Ingredients and Substitutions

  • 1 slice bread – We used white sandwich bread, other great options include Texas Toast, whole grain, or Sourdough. 
  • 1 teaspoon butter – unsalted or salted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • salt and black pepper to taste – Try paprika or add heat with sriracha sauce or red pepper flakes.
  • optional ingredients – Make a slightly larger hole and include bacon bits, green onions, spinach, or crumbled pork sausages in the egg. 

How to Make Toad in the Hole

  1. PREP. In a small skillet, melt 1 teaspoon butter. In the middle of your bread, cut a 3-inch hole and place it in the skillet.
  2. COOK. Crack 1 egg and pour in the hole. Cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes or until the bread is lightly browned. Turn and cook the other side until the egg yolk is almost set. Season as desired with salt and pepper. Enjoy warm.

Make Several at a Time

Use the skillet to make one at a time, or use a large electric griddle that can cook several at a time.

Two slice of toad in the hole on a white plate.
5 from 37 votes

Toad in the Hole

Toad in a hole is toasted bread with an egg cooked into the middle. Just 3 ingredients for a simple breakfast classic!
Servings: 1
Cook: 6 minutes
Total: 6 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 1 slice bread
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 large egg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • In a small skillet, melt butter. In the middle of your bread, cut a 3-inch hole and place in the skillet.
  • Crack egg and pour in the hole. Cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes or until the bread is lightly browned. Turn and cook the other side until egg yolk is almost set. Season as desired with salt and pepper. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Make a large batch by using an electric griddle. 
Store leftovers in a container in the fridge for 1-2 days. The best way to reheat them is in a toaster oven, broil in the oven, or heat in a frying pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 14mg, Sodium: 182mg, Potassium: 50mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 125IU, Calcium: 39mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

How to store?

Store leftovers in a container in the fridge for 1-2 days. The best way to reheat them is in a toaster oven, broil in the oven, or heat in a frying pan.

This recipe was originally published February 2019.

About Kristyn

Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipes—each one tested in her kitchen—that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!

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74 Comments

  1. Stephen says:

    This is NOT
    Toad in the hole.
    Toad in the hole is
    Sausages in Yorkshire puddings

    1. Lil' Luna Team says:

      The traditional British version is sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding. This one is the American-style version often called the same thing. Funny how recipes share names but can be different depending on where you live!

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