After carefully thinking about our non-negotiable breakfast essential, we're pledging allegiance to one of the most versatile and delicious vessels of protein: the egg. It can be poached, fried, scrambled hard-boiled, whisked into a frittata or omelet, and served atop anything in your fridge — and somehow, it always works. Here are the 40+ BEST egg recipes for breakfast that'll leave you satisfied and nourished.
Feta Fried Eggs
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This tasty dish packs a flavorful, crunchy and tender punch that'll convince you to make it a part of weekly breakfast routine. Plus, it only takes 5 minutes to make!
Fancy AF Egg Clouds
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Your taste buds will feel like royalty once you taste this egg cloud recipe that rivals a souffle.
Egg in a Hole Breakfast Sandwich
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Crusty bread, gooey cheese, and creamy avocado are all you need to have a fantastic morning — besides a napkin for the inevitable (but glorious) yolk explosion.
Korean Egg Bread
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We are obsessed with this recipe (AKA gyeran-ppang) from Kat Lieu from her upcoming cookbook Modern Asian Baking At Home (which releases on June 28). "Eating this egg bread, I imagine myself exploring the exhilarating and busy streets of Seoul," she says. Fluffy, crispy, delicious.
Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
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Few things can make creamy, lemony deviled eggs better, with the exception of smoked salmon. It's chopped and mixed into the filling and placed on top for a salty, silky addition throughout. Even if you can't pronounce hors d'oeuvres, you sure can enjoy them.
Cloud-Egg Croque Madame
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The runny yolk that cascades down the sides of this crispy, gooey croque madame and the insanely fluffy egg white on top make this breakfast so good, there's no way it's legal.
Bite-sized Eggs Benedicts
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Tiny-fy this brunch classic by making it on a sliced baguette, but definitely don't go light on the hollandaise.
Egg on Rice
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If you're looking for something savory to round out your current breakfast rotation of yogurt toast and baked oatmeal, we've got a quick and easy recommendation for you. Enter: Tamago kake gohan ("egg on rice"), a traditional Japanese breakfast recipe you can prep in minutes.
Parchment Baked Eggs
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When the sink is already full of dirty dishes, turn to these dish-less baked eggs, cooked with sweet potatoes, mozzarella, and smokey spices inside of a very French parchment pouch.
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata
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Need to get rid of a dozen eggs? Toss them in a cast-iron skillet with olive-oily asparagus and soft, tangy goat cheese for a meal that would impress your mom.
Superfood Egg Sandwich
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The old-school egg salad sando gets a superfood makeover with Greek yogurt, spinach, healthy seeds, avocado, and watercress shoots. Pile it all on whole-grain bread, and you'll have a sandwich the office will envy.
Shakshuka
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You're standing in the kitchen, eyes still halfway open, sipping on coffee like a zombie. Suddenly, the aromas of sizzling tomatoes, onions, red pepper, and spices waft into the air, and you're awake as can be.
Green Shakshuka
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This shakshuka proves that green breakfasts aren't limited to cold smoothies. Wake up to something hot 'n' spicy with this tomatillo-spiked brekkie, ideal for eating with crusty bread.
Thai Steamed Egg
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This quick and simple dish (AKA kai-toon) is typically cooked in a steamer but tastes just as amazing from the microwave.
Microwave Poached Egg
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A fancy-schmancy poached egg can be yours after less than a minute in the microwave. Place it tenderly atop toast, salads, or whatever is left over from dinner last night.
Breakfast Egg Strata
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Make this strata for brunch on Sunday and reheat for 3-4 days after for easy and delicious weekday mornings. It works for lunch too!
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Just 40 calories each, these healthy breakfast egg muffins with spinach and mushroom are a great make-ahead/to-go brekkie.
Easy Sheet Pan Eggs
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Making eggs for a crowd? These sheet pan eggs are easy and versatile -- add whatever veggies you like inside!
Healthy Breakfast Salad
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Get your veggies in early with this fresh and flavorful dish.
Za'atar Eggs with Lemony Yogurt and Herbs
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Perfect for a weekend morning, these za'atar eggs offer a serious breakfast upgrade.
Asparagus & Spiced Eggs
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This amazing mix of Middle Eastern za’atar, North African ras el hanout, Old Bay seasoning and a few extra sesame seeds transforms your ordinary soft-boiled egg into something totally extra.
Savory Oatmeal With Avocado and Poached Egg
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This recipe proves that oatmeal doesn't have to be sweet.
Spicy Mexican Poached Eggs with Avocado
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We love our eggs spicy and here you've got red onion, tomatoes, serrano peppers, cilantro and eggs that are poached the delicious sauce.
Jalapeno Popper Frittata
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Three of our favorite words make up this delicious frittata: Salty, spicy and creamy.
Tomato Zoddle Frittata
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This gluten-free/paleo/Whole30 breakfast recipe is perfect for Sunday morning and make-ahead for the week.
Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict
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Perfect if you have leftover pulled pork, this eggs Benedict recipe makes for a filling brunch.
Mini Egg Tortilla Cups
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These gluten-free (made with almond-flour tortillas) cups are adult- and kid-friendly.
Potato, Egg and Bacon Breakfast Skillet
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This one-pan meal is a real crowd-pleaser for meat lovers.
Korean Egg Drop Soup
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Mix up your morning or afternoon with this Korean-style soup with cloud-like eggs.
Green Goddess Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich
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Our favorite breakfast sandwich + our favorite dressing + avocado is a dreamy trio we didn't know we were craving.
Eggs in Purgatory
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Bubbling red tomato sauce is used to poach eggs in this easy skillet meal with a fire-y flavor. Hailing from Southern Italy, you can whip up from pantry staples to make a delicious brunch, lunch or dinner (add pasta!).
Eggs For Easter
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These soft-boiled eggs with whole-wheat toast fingers are delightful for any morning but especially Easter time.
Whole30 Egg Casserole
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This casserole is easy and versatile. Try chicken or pork instead of sausage or go meat-free if you'd like.
Spicy Beet Pickled Eggs
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Add a splash of pink to your recipes with these sweet and spicy pickled eggs, made using fresh beets and jalapeno.
Dad's Easy Cheesy Eggs with Chili Butter
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Drizzle chili butter over egg and avocado toast for an easier-than-it-looks breakfast — or, really, any meal.
Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart with Eggs and Feta
Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart With Eggs and Feta
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This asparagus puff pastry tart with eggs and feta would be perfect at a springtime brunch.
Egg White Bites with Red Pepper
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You'll fall in love with this protein-packed snack once you taste the savory blend of crumbled feta cheese, red pepper and egg whites.
Curried Egg Salad Sandwich
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Don't worry about saving this Easter-themed dish for next year! In just 20 minutes you'll have a yummy summer snack that satisfies your midday cravings.
Sabichi
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This yummy Israeli eggplant sandwich is packed with protein and drizzled with savory Tahini sauce. You'll wonder why you never made it sooner after taking your first bite!
Spinach With Eggs
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Whether you make this yummy dish for breakfast or dinner, you'll love the irresistible blend of spinach and eggs.
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Sara is a food and lifestyle freelance writer in Los Angeles. She writes a weekly events column for the Los Angeles Times and loves writing food content for Brit + Co. After all, the English language's most fun adjectives are best applied to delicious foods. In her free time, she's a hip hop dancer, avid moviegoer, and thorough face-mask user.
