📋 Bagel Toad in a Hole Breakfast Recipe
This Bagel Toad in a Hole breakfast is an easy recipe kids can make on their own for Mom on Mother's Day or for themselves on any day, using either the stove or microwave. Made to look like a flower with an egg in a hole bagel middle, fruit (pineapple and raspberry) petals and a green onion stem, this healthy vegetarian recipe is a fun and simple breakfast or brunch!
Servings 1 serving
Calories 280kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ bagel * any type
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon low-fat, sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 pineapple ring
- 5-6 raspberries
- ½ teaspoon butter or margarine
- 1 green onion
Instructions
Stove Top Method (see below for microwave method)
- Pat pineapple dry with paper towel.
- Cut pineapple into 6 pieces and arrange on plate, as shown.
- Place other side of bagel on plate to help space and place pineapple.
- Add raspberry on each piece of pineapple.
- Cut green onion diagonally so it fits against the stem as a leaf (as shown in instructions above)
- Add green onions to the bottom of the plate.
- Heat a frying pan on medium on stove top.
- Butter ½ bagel and place face down in frying pan.
- Crack egg into middle of bagel.
- Cook for 1 minute with lid on.
- Add cheese.
- Cover and cook for about 30 -60 seconds or until cheese is melted.
- Place cooked egg in a bagel hole on plate and adjust as needed. Serve immediately.
Microwave Method:
- Follow the same first 6 steps as the stove top method.
- Place ½ bagel in toaster until browned, then butter.
- Flip over and crack egg into the middle of the bagel.
- Place a microwave lid on top
- Microwave with lid on top for 25 seconds, then remove and add grated cheese.
- Return to microwave with lid and cook for an additional 25 seconds or until egg is cooked, as shown.
- Place cooked egg in a bagel hole on plate and adjust as needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
Expert Recipe Tips:
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- Use a non-stick pan or cooking spray: This will help prevent the bagel and egg from sticking and make cleanup much easier, especially when kids are cooking!
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- Pat fruit dry: If you’re using canned pineapple, make sure to pat it dry with a paper towel to avoid extra moisture on the plate, which can make the bagel soggy.
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- Crack the egg into a small bowl first: For younger kids or less experienced cooks, cracking the egg into a small bowl first helps avoid shell pieces and makes it easier to pour into the bagel hole.
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- Low and slow cooking: Keep the heat at medium or medium-low to cook the egg gently and prevent the bagel from burning before the egg is done.
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- Toast bagel lightly before microwaving: If you're using the microwave method, toasting the bagel first gives it a better texture and prevents it from getting soggy.
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- Cheese last: Add the cheese just before the egg finishes cooking to ensure it melts perfectly without overcooking the egg.
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- Create an even flower shape: Use the second half of the bagel as a guide when arranging your pineapple petals to get a nice symmetrical flower!
- Use oven mitts: Always use oven mitts or a towel when touching anything hot like the frying pan or skillet.
- Keep handles turned in: Turn the frying pan handle inward on the stovetop so it doesn't get bumped accidentally.
- Microwave with caution: Always use a microwave-safe cover when cooking in the microwave, and be careful when lifting it off (it gets hot!).
- Clean as you go: Wipe up spills quickly to avoid slips and keep your workspace safe and tidy.
- Adult supervision is a good idea: Even if you’re a pro in the kitchen, it’s always smart to have an adult nearby, especially when using the stove or microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 441IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg
