Copycat Egg McMuffin (But Better)
A better Egg McMuffin made at home with soft scrambled eggs, melted American cheese, and ham on a properly toasted English muffin. Simple, familiar, and deeply satisfying.
The Best Starting Point: Avocado Toast with Egg
Prep time: 5 min | Cook time: 5 min | Kid-approved
Some mornings just call for something simple, satisfying, and unfussy. This is that. It hits all the marks—crunchy, creamy, savory, and ready in minutes.
Start with a slice of good bread. Rub it with a clove of garlic while it's still hot.
Spread on some mashed avocado.
Top it with a perfectly over easy egg—yolk jammy, edges just crisp.
Finish with cracked black pepper. That’s the base.
Simple Avocado Toast with Egg
Total Time: 10 minutes
Kid Approved: Yes
Ingredients
- 1 slice of sourdough, toasted
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 egg, cooked over easy
- 1 garlic clove (not optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, extra virgin olive oil, or garlic powder if you want to play
Instructions
- Toast your bread until golden. While it’s still hot, rub the surface with a peeled garlic clove. Don’t skip this—it’s what makes it taste like more than the sum of its parts.
- Mash the avocado with a pinch of salt. Add a drizzle of olive oil or chili flakes if you're in the mood.
- Fry an egg in a nonstick skillet until the white is just set and the yolk is still soft. For a perfect no-flip technique, read here
- Spread the avocado on the garlicky toast. Top with the egg. Finish with cracked black pepper and whatever else you like.
A Small Shift, Same Spirit: Hard-Boiled Egg + Hatch Chile Oil
(This is the version pictured above.)
On mornings when you want something calmer—but just as satisfying—swap the over-easy egg for a perfect hard-boiled egg and finish the avocado with Hatch green chile oil instead of butter or plain olive oil.
The result is quieter, steadier, and deeply good.
- The richness of the avocado
- The slow heat and smokiness of Hatch chiles
- The clean bite of a properly cooked egg
If you’ve never nailed hard-boiled eggs before, this is the method I use every time:
Serve the eggs on the side, season simply with salt and pepper, and let the toast stay the star.
This version is especially kid-friendly, packable, and forgiving if breakfast stretches into mid-morning.
This is your base camp. From here, you can go anywhere.
Want to Build on It? Try This:
Total Time: 10–15 minutes (depending on toppings)
Kid Approved: Yes
Flavor Boosters
- Za’atar, everything bagel seasoning, or smoked paprika
- Lemon zest or balsamic glaze
- Hot honey or chili crisp for a kick
Veggie Add-ons
- Blistered cherry tomatoes
- Sautéed kale or spinach
- Pickled red onions or thin radish slices
Protein Upgrades
- Crispy prosciutto, pancetta, or bacon
- Black beans or chickpeas mashed into the avocado
- Smoked salmon or leftover roast chicken
Cheese & Crunch
- Feta, cotija, or goat cheese
- Toasted seeds or chopped almonds
- Microgreens, arugula, or fresh herbs on top
Bread Swaps
- Rye, multigrain, or even grilled cornbread
- Polenta rounds or pita if that’s what you’ve got
This is the kind of meal that doesn’t need a recipe—but sometimes it helps to be reminded how good simple can be.
What’s your go-to twist on this? Drop it in the comments or tag it #EmbracingEnough.
"Know what’s enough. Build what matters.”
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