A great "no washing up" breakfast idea that's perfect for feeding a crowd because you can make ahead and cook a lot at the same time. Recipe video below!
Recipe by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats on September 12, 2014
Prep time: PT5M
Cook time: PT15M
Total time: PT20M
Rating
4.81 stars (87 reviews)
Ingredients
4 bread rolls ((soft or crusty))
4 small slices of ham (, or 2 big ones cut in half)
Scoop out the centre and reserve (see notes for ideas to use). To be neat, use a small knife to cut a round outline before scooping out the centre.
Line the bread bowl with a layer of ham. Try to use one whole piece if you can because then there is less chance of egg seeping through and being soaked up by the bread.
Crack in an egg.
Top each with 2 tbsp of mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of parsley (optional).
Put the top back on each roll. Wrap with foil and place in oven to bake for ~15 to 25 minutes. Take a peek at 20 minutes to check them. 20 minutes = runny yolks. 25 minutes + = just cooked yolks. (See notes for more information)
Remove from oven, unwrap and serve immediately.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 194 g
Calories: 415 kcal
Reviews
Julie on 2026-03-31 (5 stars): I made twice over the past couple of days. It's a little bit tricky to get right, first time, the egg was undercooked and didn't quite fit in my hole either. Second time, I cooked it for too long and the yolk wasn't runny, but not overcooked either. I was limited in my ham options, so mine was quite thick which didn't help. Might try again if I can get a thinner meat, maybe salami even.
Fred on 2023-11-14 (5 stars): Yum! Broke da mouth! This is a great, yet oh so easy way of making breakie! You could add some chopped fresh chives for more greens, if you really want.
I used Tibaldi thin sliced leg ham for that real ham taste.
Linda J. Steele on 2023-05-14 (5 stars): I totally love this recipe. I am a retired baker and love creating new recipes. I have followed your website for a few years, and love your recipes. Keep up the good work! Love Dozer to.
ANGEL FAYE MARKS on 2022-04-12 (5 stars): We have week long Church camp & this is great! I suggest adding minced sweet peppers, spinach,asparagus,carrot shreds, etc, perfect!
Irina on 2020-10-27 (5 stars): Hi Nagi! I tried this recipe and I really enjoyed this breakfast!I had on hand just small buns and use slices cheese under the egg plus choped bacon. I prepared them with the night before .
Thank you for recipe!
Becca Niederkrom on 2020-01-17 (5 stars): My kids loved this! Thank you for helping make them happy =)
