Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole brings together three favorites: grilled cheese, avocado toast, and a sunny-side-up egg. It’s a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for brunch or a satisfying breakfast-for-dinner.

April is National Grilled Cheese Month, and this Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole is my tribute to that celebration. Grilled cheese is endlessly versatile, and adding avocado and an egg turns this familiar comfort food into something fresh and indulgent.

This recipe is a grown-up take on the childhood classic “egg in the hole.” A layer of mashed avocado adds creaminess, while sharp cheddar melts around a runny egg in the center. The combination of crunchy, buttery bread, gooey cheese, silky avocado, and a soft yolk makes every bite satisfying.

Total time is about 20 minutes. It takes a little longer than a standard grilled cheese because you toast one side first, cut a hole, then add the egg and finish cooking covered so the egg sets. Toast the first side, use a cookie cutter to cut the hole (a heart shape is a fun option), then crack the egg into the hole and cover the pan for 6–8 minutes until the white is set.

Because the sandwich is thicker than a single slice of bread, cut a smaller hole than you would for a thin slice. A sturdy cookie cutter works best to cut through the sandwich cleanly. I used a heart-shaped cutter, but any small shape will do.

Tip: mash the avocado before spreading it. Sliced avocado can slip out of the sandwich; mashed avocado stays in place and provides a creamy layer that marries well with the melted cheddar. For extra indulgence, feel free to add cooked bacon — it pairs perfectly with the egg and cheese.

How to make Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole:

Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole

A simple grilled cheese is elevated with mashed avocado and a runny egg tucked into the center. Creamy avocado, melted cheddar, and a soft yolk create a rich, balanced sandwich that’s quick to prepare and perfect for brunch.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Bread
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• ½ an Avocado
• Salt and Pepper
• 4 slices Cheddar Cheese
• 2 Eggs

Instructions

• Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spreading butter directly on the bread yields a crisp, evenly browned exterior.
• Mash half an avocado in a bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust amount to taste if using a larger or smaller avocado.
• Place two slices of bread buttered-side down. Spread mashed avocado on each, then top with two slices of cheddar per sandwich. Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered-side up.
• Heat a skillet over medium and add the sandwiches. Toast the first side for about 3–4 minutes until golden. Remove sandwiches to a cutting board with the toasted side down and use a cookie cutter to cut a small hole in the center.
• Return sandwiches and the cut-out circles to the pan. Lower the heat to low, crack an egg into each hole, cover the skillet, and briefly increase the heat for about 10 seconds to kick-start cooking. Then reduce back to low.
• Cook covered on low for 6–8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the bread is toasted to your liking. If needed, raise the heat slightly to medium-low to finish cooking.
• Serve immediately while the cheese is melty and the yolk is still soft.

Notes

Plan on roughly 20 minutes from start to finish. After toasting one side, cut a small hole for the egg — a cookie cutter gives a clean edge and is easier to work with than a cup when dealing with a thicker sandwich. Mash the avocado so it adheres to the bread and doesn’t slide out. Optional: add bacon for extra savory flavor.

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