Protein Bagels Breakfast Sandwich (Print View)

Fluffy eggs and melted cheese on chewy bagels for a hearty start to busy mornings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bagels

01 - 4 whole wheat or high-protein bagels, sliced

→ Eggs

02 - 8 large eggs
03 - 2 tablespoons milk
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, optional

→ Cheese

07 - 4 slices cheddar cheese, or Swiss or provolone

→ Optional Additions

08 - 4 tablespoons light cream cheese or Greek yogurt
09 - 1 handful fresh spinach or baby arugula leaves

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and chives if using.
03 - Pour egg mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until set. Cool slightly, then cut into 4 equal squares.
04 - Toast bagels until golden brown.
05 - If using, spread each bottom bagel half with 1 tablespoon light cream cheese or Greek yogurt. Layer a portion of baked egg onto each bottom half. Top with a slice of cheese and spinach or arugula if desired.
06 - Place the top bagel halves on each sandwich.
07 - Wrap each sandwich tightly in foil or parchment paper, then place in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
08 - From refrigerated: Microwave unwrapped sandwich for 45 to 60 seconds, or bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes until heated through.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 22g per serving to keep you full all morning
  • Perfect for meal prep — make once, enjoy all week
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Easily customizable with your favorite cheese and add-ins
  • Freezer-friendly for up to 2 months
  • Much healthier and more economical than drive-through breakfast sandwiches
02 -
  • Use whole wheat or high-protein bagels for maximum nutrition and sustained energy
  • Don't skip the parchment paper when wrapping — it prevents the bagels from getting soggy
  • Let baked eggs cool for 5 minutes before cutting for cleaner, neater squares
  • When reheating from frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator first for best texture
  • Batch-cook on Sunday for grab-and-go breakfasts all week long
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