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Cloud Toast with Avocado & Egg

Whipped egg whites become a fluffy, cloud-like base on toasted bread, topped with creamy avocado and a runny yolk. A stunning yet simple breakfast or light dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
12g
Cloud Toast with Avocado & Egg
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Separate egg whites from yolks; reserve yolks in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Whip egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, ~3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Toast bread slices until light golden, ~2 minutes in a toaster.

  4. Step 4

    Heat broiler to high. Divide egg white mixture between toast slices.

  5. Step 5

    Broil 2–3 inches from heat until clouds are golden and puffed, ~3 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Slice avocado and arrange on top of each cloud toast.

  7. Step 7

    Make a shallow well in each cloud and slide in a reserved egg yolk.

  8. Step 8

    Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, squeeze lemon if desired.

  9. Step 9

    Serve immediately while clouds are warm and yolk is runny.

Tools you’ll need

  • electric mixer or whisk
  • small bowl
  • toaster
  • broiler pan
  • knife and cutting board

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