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