Description
These Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches are a quick, delicious, and convenient solution for busy mornings. Layered with melted Colby Jack cheese, savory Black Forest ham, fluffy scrambled eggs, and creamy avocado on toasted English muffins, these sandwiches can be prepared in advance and stored in the freezer. Simply reheat in the microwave for a warm, satisfying breakfast that tastes freshly made.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Base
- 6 English muffins, halved
- 12 slices Black Forest ham
- 6 slices Colby Jack cheese
Egg Mixture
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Toppings
- 1 large, ripe avocado
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Turn the oven on to the broil setting. Lightly grease a sheet pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Muffin Halves: Place the English muffin halves cut-side up on the prepared sheet pan. Layer each bottom half with one slice of Colby Jack cheese followed by two slices of Black Forest ham.
- Broil Muffins: Broil the assembled muffin halves for 2-4 minutes, depending on your oven, until the cheese is melted and the muffin tops begin to toast. Keep a close watch to prevent burning. Remove from oven and allow them to cool slightly.
- Prepare Scrambled Eggs: While muffins are broiling and cooling, whisk together the eggs and skim milk in a medium bowl. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Pour in the egg mixture and scramble gently by continuously whisking until eggs are just set, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Evenly divide the scrambled eggs over the ham and cheese layered muffin bottoms. Spread the ripe avocado evenly onto the muffin tops, seasoning with fresh ground black pepper as desired. Place the avocado-spread muffin tops onto the egg and ham layers to form sandwiches.
- Freeze and Reheat: Place the assembled sandwiches in a resealable freezer bag and freeze. To serve, unwrap a sandwich, wrap it in a paper towel, and microwave for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Make sure the avocado is ripe for easy spreading and best flavor.
- Broil time may vary; watch closely to avoid burning the muffins.
- You can substitute ham with turkey or bacon according to preference.
- These sandwiches can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month.
- Reheating time may vary depending on microwave wattage; adjust accordingly.
- For added flavor, sprinkle some fresh herbs like chives or parsley on scrambled eggs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Broiling and skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: make ahead breakfast, freezer breakfast sandwich, English muffin sandwich, breakfast meal prep, ham and cheese breakfast, easy breakfast sandwich, scrambled egg sandwich
