BLT Breakfast Sandwich: The Ultimate Morning Classic Reimagined
This BLT breakfast sandwich brings together crispy bacon, a runny egg, fresh tomato, and buttery avocado all stacked between slices of hearty toasted bread. It’s a high-protein, easy-to-customize breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or make-ahead meal prep. Wholesome, flavorful, and always satisfying.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Toaster or Toaster Oven
- Paper Towels (for draining bacon)
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
Ingredients
- Thick-cut bacon 4 slices
- Eggs 2, cooked to your preference
- Tomato 1 ripe, sliced
- Romaine or butter lettuce
- Bread 4 slices – sourdough, whole grain, or brioche
- Mayo aioli, or avocado mash
- Optional: Cheese slices red onion, hot sauce
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on a paper towel.
- Toast your bread until golden brown.
- Fry or scramble the eggs in the same skillet.
- Assemble: Spread mayo or aioli on one side of each bread slice. Layer lettuce, tomato, egg, cheese (if using), and bacon.
- Press gently, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
Chef’s Secret Tips for the Perfect BLT Breakfast Sandwich
- Use thick-cut bacon for extra crunch. Thicker slices hold their shape better and offer a satisfying texture that doesn’t get lost between the bread layers.
- Layer your lettuce under the tomato. This small move prevents the bread from soaking up tomato juices and keeps the sandwich crisp—not soggy.
- Toast the bread just right. Lightly toasting your bread adds structure, but don’t go too dark or it’ll overpower the delicate textures of egg and avocado.
- Fry eggs low and slow. Want that gorgeous, jammy yolk? Cook your eggs on medium-low heat and cover them briefly to gently set the top.
- Spread avocado like a base layer. Mashing it onto the toast helps it act like a creamy “glue” so your fillings stay in place—and the flavor hits every bite.
- Finish with flaky sea salt. A pinch of sea salt over the tomato and avocado right before serving intensifies flavor and brings the whole sandwich to life.
- Wrap it right for grab-and-go. A simple parchment paper wrap around the center keeps everything tight for easy eating on the move.