How to Make Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

Are you looking for a breakfast recipe to make your morning rush less stressful?  Why not learn how to make freezer breakfast sandwiches? 

These sandwiches are simple to make ahead in big batches and are perfect for busy mornings.  Just grab one from the freezer, reheat, and your food will be ready to go out the door in two minutes.  It's that easy!

Oh, did I mention how tasty they are?  The real beauty of homemade breakfast sandwiches is that there are endless variations; you can customize it to your own taste buds and make it as healthy as you like.  How wonderful is that?

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Questions

What kind of bread can I use?

• English muffins
• Buttermilk biscuits
• Bagel
• Brioche
• Ciabatta

What kind of cheese can I use?

• Sharp cheddar
• American cheese
• Swiss
• Provolone
• Gruyère
• Pepper jack
• Mozzarella

What kind of meat can I use?

• Leftover spiral ham
• Sausage patties
• Canadian bacon
• Bacon

What kind of vegetables are good?

• Onions, shallots, scallions, garlic
• Bell pepper
• Wilted greens such as spinach, kale, Swiss chard, or beet greens
• Broccoli
• Mushrooms
• Olives and capers

How can I cook the eggs?

• Baked in a 9x13-inch baking pan in the oven
• Baked in a muffin tin or ramekin in the oven
• Soft scrambled in a skillet
• Over easy in a skillet
• Thin omelet in a skillet

How can I make this recipe healthier?

• Use whole grain English muffins or bread.  This will increase the fiber and make you feel full longer.
• Add more vegetables. This will increase the vitamins, minerals and fiber.
• Use only egg whites. This will lower the cholesterol and the calories.
• Use less cheese. Grate the cheese and sprinkle it on top of the egg bake.
• Substitute the meat.  Try turkey sausage instead of the ham.
• Go meatless.  Add more veggies to the egg bake.
• Weigh the meat on a food scale. This will give you an accurate measurement for all 12 sandwiches.
• Reduce the oil used in the skillet or baking pan.

What can I serve this with?

• Fruit salad (apples, kiwi, blueberries, cantaloupe)
• Hash browns
• Tomato wedges
• Yogurt

What is the best way to reheat this recipe?

• In the Microwave: Remove the foil and plastic wrap from 1 sandwich, then wrap it in paper towel and place on a plate.  Microwave for one minute, then flip over and microwave for 45 seconds or until heated through.
• In the Oven: Remove the foil and plastic wrap from the sandwiches, then place them on a baking tray.  Bake for 15 minutes at 350 F or until the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are heated through.

How to Prep

Step 1: Wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap or paper towel.

Step 2: Wrap each sandwich in foil.

Step 3: Place in a freezer zip-top bag or an airtight container and label.

How to Make

Gather all the ingredients.  Start the food prep by chopping the green pepper and yellow onion then mincing the garlic.  Thinly slice the cheese, chop the green onion, and cut off the extra fat from the spiral ham.

Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium high heat, then saute the onion, green pepper, and garlic until soft.

Crack the eggs into a large bowl, and pierce the yolks with a fork before whipping up the eggs.  Pour in the whole milk.

Whisk together until well combined.

Add in the onion, pepper, and garlic mixture.

Make sure the oven rack is in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 375 F.  Prep the baking pan with olive oil so the egg mixture doesn't stick.

Pour in the egg mixture and sprinkle on the green onions, salt, and black pepper.  Bake in the oven for 22 to 25 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are slightly brown.

While the eggs are baking, make up the sauce.  Mix together the Dijon mustard, sour cream, and mayo.

Test if the eggs are done by inserting a knife.  If it comes out clean, the eggs are cooked.

Let the eggs cool for a few minutes, then slice into 12 equal pieces.

Slice the English muffins and place on two cookie sheets.

Toast them under the broiler until they are golden brown or the color you desire.

To assemble the breakfast sandwich, start with the leftover spiral ham. 

Next, add the egg squares.

Layer on the thinly sliced cheese.  If eating right away, melt the cheese in the oven under the broiler.

Thinly spread on the Dijon, sour cream, mayo mixture.

Place the top half on the breakfast sandwich and you are all ready to dig in and enjoy.

Variations

• Want lower carbs?  Replace the bread with meat or eggs.
• Want lower cholesterol?  Omit the cheese and use only egg whites.
• Want lower sodium? Omit the ham and increase the vegetables in the egg mixture.
• Want higher vitamin C?  Add a tomato slice after the sandwich is reheated.
• Want a different spread?  Try garlic butter, maple butter, or cream cheese mixed with spices.

Pro Tips

• Want to change up the egg mixture?  Try adding capers for a salty taste.
• Want other toppings? Add avocado, pickle slices, red onion, or lettuce after the sandwich is reheated.

Love this breakfast sandwich?  Try these other delicious breakfast ideas.

• Skillet Breakfast Hash: tender potatoes, colorful veggies, and creamy eggs all cooked in one skillet.
• Southern Cheese Grits Casserole: comfort food at its best!  You'll love this Southern breakfast food.

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