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Bread Basket Egg Appetizers
Bread Basket Egg Appetizers
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Indulge in these delightful bread basket egg appetizers that transform ordinary white bread into edible bowls filled with savory goodness. Each crispy butter-soaked bread basket cradles a hearty mixture of chopped tomatoes, fresh parsley, your choice of ham, sausage, or bacon, creamy mozzarella, and perfectly seasoned eggs. These bite-sized breakfast treats are ideal for brunch gatherings, holiday entertaining, or any time you want to impress guests with something unique and delicious. The combination of textures – from the golden, crispy bread exterior to the rich, creamy filling – makes every bite a perfect balance of flavors. Easy to customize with your favorite meats and cheeses, these appetizers are as versatile as they are delicious. - Claude
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Ingredients
7 oz (200g) butter
8 slices white bread
1 large tomato
1/3 oz (10g) parsley
5 oz (150g) ham, sausage, or bacon
5 oz (150g) mozzarella
2 3/4 oz (80g) mayonnaise (optional); might also be good with cream cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
8 eggs
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
Melt butter in skillet.
Trim crusts from bread.
Soak each slice of bread in the butter, and while still wet, pinch the corners to make little bread baskets.
Arrange the baskets on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Chop tomatoes, parsley, meat, and mozzarella.
Mix chopped ingredients with mayonnaise.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Mix in the eggs.
Fill each bread basket with the mixture.
Bake 5 - 7 minutes.
Servings\Yield
Makes 8 appetizers
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (1 appetizer) - Calories: 385; Total Fat: 32g (Saturated Fat: 16g); Cholesterol: 245mg; Sodium: 680mg; Total Carbohydrates: 12g (Dietary Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 2g); Protein: 15g; Calories from Fat: 288 (75%)
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
The original recipe didn't specify an oven temperature, so 350°F is an educated guess based on similar recipes. You can also try the traditional method: mix all ingredients except eggs, fill the baskets, bake for 5 minutes, then crack an egg into each basket and bake another 2 minutes for a runny yolk presentation.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: bread, eggs, appetizers, breakfast, brunch
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Bread Basket Egg Appetizers was added on July 11, 2025 and last updated on July 11, 2025.
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