Protein Bagels Breakfast Sandwiches (Print Version)

Fluffy eggs and melted cheese stacked on chewy, high-protein bagels for a filling start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bagels

01 - 4 whole wheat or high-protein bagels, sliced

→ Eggs

02 - 8 large eggs
03 - 2 tablespoons milk
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, optional

→ Cheese

07 - 4 slices cheddar cheese, Swiss, or provolone

→ Optional Additions

08 - 4 tablespoons light cream cheese or Greek yogurt
09 - Handful fresh spinach or baby arugula leaves

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and chives if using.
03 - Pour egg mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until set. Cool slightly, then cut into 4 equal squares.
04 - Toast bagels until golden brown.
05 - Spread each bottom bagel half with 1 tablespoon light cream cheese or Greek yogurt if using. Layer a portion of baked egg onto each bottom half and top with a cheese slice. Add spinach or arugula if desired.
06 - Place the top bagel halves on each sandwich.
07 - Wrap each sandwich tightly in foil or parchment, then place in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
08 - Microwave unwrapped sandwich for 45 to 60 seconds, or bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes until heated through.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High protein content (22g per sandwich) keeps you full for hours
  • Perfect for meal prep – make once, enjoy all week
  • Freezer-friendly for up to 2 months of grab-and-go breakfasts
  • Easily customizable with your favorite cheese, greens, or protein additions
  • Budget-friendly ingredients you likely already have on hand
  • Simple baking method means no standing over a skillet
02 -
  • Use high-protein bagels to maximize the protein content to over 25g per sandwich
  • Grease your baking dish well or use parchment paper for easiest egg removal
  • Toast bagels before assembling to prevent sogginess during storage
  • Write the date on each wrapped sandwich for easy meal prep tracking
  • Reheat from frozen by microwaving for 90 seconds, then let rest 1 minute
  • Double the recipe and freeze extras for effortless breakfasts for weeks
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