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Crispy Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg

Buttery toast, creamy smashed avocado, and a perfectly runny-yolk egg with a hit of red pepper flakes. Ready in under 10 minutes and absolutely worth the screenshot.

Total time
8 min
Servings
1
Calories
385
Protein
14g
Crispy Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat, then add bread slices.

  2. Step 2

    Toast bread until golden brown on both sides, 2–3 minutes total, then move to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Return skillet to heat. Crack egg into the pan and cook until whites set but yolks jiggle, ~3 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Halve avocado, scoop flesh onto toast, and smash with a fork until chunky.

  5. Step 5

    Season avocado with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

  6. Step 6

    Top with egg, sprinkle red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • small skillet (8–10 inch)
  • spatula or butter knife
  • fork

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