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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
- 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.
- 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.
Toad in the Hole
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.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
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.
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This recipe was originally published February 2019.
This isn’t road in a hole. That’s a bale with sausage in it. This is Frog in a Log. Also not to be confused with pigs in a blanket.
That…that’s not Toad in the hole, where’s the sausage, why is there bread? Why is there an egg, where is the batter?
This is NOT a toad in the hole.
It is and it isn’t. This recipe is an American Toad in the Hole, which is vastly different from the British dish with the same name.
This was always my husband and mine favorite for many years.
It’s such a fun recipe, isn’t it! I’m happy you came across my post and hopefully made it for a delicious breakfast.
Don’t forget to fry and serve the cut-out too. Serve this with onion gravy, mashed potatoes, and peas. UK traditional and delicious! It’s more often lunch or dinner fare than breakfast, BTW.
Sounds amazing! Thanks for sharing that!
I will try this tomorrow morning ❣️😃
Hope you enjoy!
Nice and fast.
Hi Kristyn: I love your site. Can you tell me what temperature to cook the egg on. L-M, M, MH? I hope my question doesn’t sound too dumb.
Sincerely,
Nathan Pos
WAS ALWAYS A TOAD IN HOLE IN MY HOUSE GROWING UP! IM IN ONTARIO