Eggs in a basket fries an egg inside a hole cut in toast for a charming, protein-rich family breakfast. This fun, kid-friendly dish combines crispy bread with a perfectly cooked egg in every bite.
Using a small glass or round cutter, press a 2.5-inch hole in the center of each bread slice. Reserve the cutouts.
Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming. Add both bread slices and reserved cutouts. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
Add remaining butter to the skillet. Crack one egg into each bread hole, seasoning immediately with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Cook for 2-4 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny. For firmer yolks, cook uncovered an additional minute.
Flip bread cutouts at halfway for even browning, then serve alongside Eggs in a Basket while hot.