Back-to-school mornings are almost here, which means alarm clocks, packed lunches, and that mad dash out the door. But breakfast? That doesn’t have to be the part that slows you down!
So, we’re pulling three tasty, time-saving recipes straight from one of our fan favourite cookbooks, 150 Best Breakfast Sandwich Maker Recipes, to make your mornings easier. We’ve got you the classic Canadian Bacon and Cheddar Sandwich, the sweet-and-savory Apple, Sausage and Cheddar Croissant, and the satisfying Chicken Club Sandwich. Each one comes right from the book’s collection of foolproof breakfast sandwich maker recipes, ready in minutes, full of flavor, and perfect for getting everyone out the door with happy stomachs.
Classic Canadian Bacon and Cheddar Sandwich
A classic breakfast sandwich, just like the famous fast-food version, made in the comfort of your home with your choice of quality ingredients
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PREP TIME: 2 minutes
COOK TIME: 4 to 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 English muffin, split in half
- 1 slice Cheddar cheese
- 1 slice Canadian bacon
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 large egg
- Pinch freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat breakfast sandwich maker.
- Place one English muffin half, split side up, in bottom ring of sandwich maker. Top with cheese and bacon.
- Lower the cooking plate and top ring. Lightly spray the plate with cooking spray, then crack the egg into the ring. Pierce top of egg yolk with a toothpick or plastic fork. Season with salt and pepper (if using). Place the other muffin half, split side down, on top of the egg.
- Gently close the cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until egg is cooked to your liking. Rotate cooking plate away from sandwich maker and lift rings. Use a plastic or nylon spatula to remove the sandwich. Serve immediately.
Variation: Use 2 egg whites, instead of the whole egg, if you are looking to reduce your cholesterol intake. The yolk contains most of the fat and cholesterol, but keep in mind that it also supplies most of the nutrients, such as vitamins A and D, phosphorus, folate and calcium.
Tip: You may know Canadian bacon as back bacon, which is what it is called in many parts of the world. It is actually more similar to ham than to bacon, as it is much leaner and is cut from the loin. This type of bacon is fully cooked. If you want to use peameal bacon (cornmeal-crusted cured pork loin), you will need to cook it before adding it to the sandwich maker.
Chicken Club Sandwich
This sandwich is much like the classic chicken club, but made with an egg so you can enjoy it for breakfast (or any time of day)
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PREP TIME: 3 minutes
COOK TIME: 4 to 5 minutes
Ingredients
- Gluten-free mayonnaise (optional)
- 2 slices gluten-free bread, cut into 4-inch (10 cm) rounds
- 2 slices deli roasted chicken
- 1 slice provolone cheese
- 1 slice tomato
- 1 slice bacon, cooked crisp
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat breakfast sandwich maker.
- If desired, spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice. Place one slice, spread side up, in bottom ring of sandwich maker. Top with chicken, cheese and tomato. Break bacon into pieces that fit in the ring and place on top of the tomato.
- Lower the cooking plate and top ring. Lightly spray the plate with cooking spray, then crack the egg into the ring. Pierce top of egg yolk with a toothpick or plastic fork. Place the other bread slice, spread side down, on top of the egg.
- Gently close the cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until egg is cooked to your liking. Rotate cooking plate away from sandwich maker and lift rings. Use a plastic or nylon spatula to remove the sandwich. Serve immediately.
Variation: Use 2 egg whites, instead of the whole egg, if you are looking to reduce your cholesterol intake. The yolk contains most of the fat and cholesterol, but keep in mind that it also supplies most of the nutrients, such as vitamins A and D, phosphorus, folate and calcium.
Tip: You can purchase cooked bacon or cook up your own ahead of time to use in all of your breakfast sandwiches or to add as a topping to salads
Apple, Sausage and Cheddar Croissant
The unique combination of tart apples, sausage and cheese adds a robust taste to this croissant sandwich.
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PREP TIME: 2 minutes
COOK TIME: 4 to 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 small croissant, split in half
- 1 frozen cooked pork sausage patty
- 1 ⁄4 tart green apple, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp packed brown sugar 15 mL
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp shredded sharp (old) 30 mL
- Cheddar cheese
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Instructions
Preheat breakfast sandwich maker.
- Place bottom half of croissant, split side up, in bottom ring of sandwich maker. Top with sausage and apple slices. Sprinkle apples with brown sugar.
- Lower the cooking plate and top ring. Lightly spray the plate with cooking spray, then crack the egg into the ring. Pierce top of egg yolk with a toothpick or plastic fork. Sprinkle cheese on top of the egg. Place the other croissant half, split side down, on top of the cheese.
- Gently close the cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until egg is cooked to your liking. Rotate cooking plate away from sandwich maker and lift rings. Use a plastic or nylon spatula to remove the sandwich. Serve immediately.
Variation: Caramelize the apple slices. Place the apple slices, brown sugar and 1 tsp (5 mL) butter in a small bowl. Cover and microwave on High for 5 minutes. Pour on top of sausage patty in sandwich maker.
Tips: Tart green apples, such as a Granny Smith or Fuji, complement the sausage and sharp Cheddar flavors of this light croissant.
Serve the remainder of the apple alongside your sandwich or pack it in an airtight container for a midday snack.
Photography Credit: Colin Erricson
