Caprese Breakfast Sandwich Recipe with Egg

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This tasty Caprese breakfast sandwich recipe has thick sliced tomatoes, basil scrambled eggs, and fresh mozzarella cheese on a toasted English muffin with a balsamic drizzle! A quick and tasty breakfast sandwich that is meatless and so good.

Toast your English muffins, fold some basil into a scrambled egg, and top with freshly sliced tomato and mozzarella cheese. Add a sprinkle of parmesan, and dig in for the tastiest morning meal!

Want more modern breakfast ideas? Try our kale scrambled eggs, enjoy a coconut water mango smoothie, or learn how to make granola in the air fryer!

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If you’re looking for something fresh, tasty, and easy to make for breakfast – this simple caprese egg breakfast sandwich recipe is the perfect morning meal! I love Caprese salad, the tomato, basil, and mozzarella cheese combo is so delicious. I wanted to turn it into a delicious breakfast sandwich, so we can enjoy Caprese any time of day!

This recipe takes about 15 minutes start-to-finish, making it a fast and delicious breakfast or brunch idea. You get protein from the eggs and mozzarella, delicious fresh herbs from the basil, and a juicy ripe tomato in the center.

It’s a great twist on breakfast, and is a great meatless brunch!

Why This Recipe Works

  • It’s filling, flavorful, and delicious – perfect any time of year!
  • Ready in 15 minutes, you can have a flavorful quick breakfast fast.
  • It brings all the flavor of Italian Caprese salad to a breakfast sandwich.
  • It’s simple to make, cooks of any skill level can successfully make this dish.
  • This Italian breakfast sandwich plays on a classic combo!

Ingredients You’ll Need

italian egg breakfast sandwich recipe with mozzarella cheese, basil, tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper
  • Mozzarella Cheese – I love a good, fresh, mozzarella cheese packed in water.
  • Tomatoes – fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes are so perfect sliced on this breakfast sandwich.
  • Fresh basil – for the classic Italian flavor and herby taste.
  • English Muffins – my favorite vehicle for breakfast sandwiches. I used a gluten-free version, but you can use any kinds of English muffins you prefer.
  • Eggs
  • Parmesan Cheese – I always add a sprinkle for extra flavor.
  • Balsamic vinegar – gives a really nice tang to the breakfast sandwich before serving.

Be sure to visit the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and recipe instructions!

Substitutions and Variations

  • You can used cheddar, Swiss, muenster, smoked Gouda or another sliced cheese instead of mozzarella.
  • Add some fresh baby spinach for extra flavor and veggies.
  • Instead of fresh basil, you could add some pesto sauce in with the eggs.
  • Instead of an English muffin, you can also enjoy this breakfast sandwich on a bagel or on toast.

How To Make This Italian Egg Breakfast Sandwich

toasted gluten free english muffins on a plate for a breakfast sandwich with caprese style fillings.

Step 1: Slice the English muffins in half, and toast them. Place them on a plate and set aside.

sliced tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella cheese for a breakfast recipe sandwich.

Step 2: Slice your tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.

in a small dish, scramble your eggs, and add in the fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

Step 3: In a medium dish, crack the eggs and scramble them with a fork. Add in the fresh basil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

basil and parmesan scrambled eggs in a pan to make an italian breakfast sandwich

Step 4: Heat the melted butter in a pan over low heat. Add the eggs to the pan, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, gently folding them over a few times with a wooden spoon until cooked.

italian egg sandwich with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar.

Step 5: Time to assemble the sandwich! Take your English muffin, and on the bottom half add some scrambled egg, slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh basil. Top with balsamic vinegar!

an italian caprese breakfast sandwich with parmesan cheese, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

Step 6: Top the breakfast sandwich with parmesan cheese and enjoy!

Recipe FAQ

What’s the best cheese for this caprese egg sandwich?

Fresh mozzarella is our favorite for this recipe because it’s classic in Caprese salad, and it also melts really well. However, shredded mozzarella or other sliced cheese can work if that’s what you have on hand.

Can you make this breakfast sandwich spicy?

Yes – add 1/4 teaspoon of chili flakes or Calabrian chili oil in with the eggs.

Can you make this with a fried egg?

Absolutely! Instead of scrambling the egg, fry the egg sunny-side up or over easy!

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an italian caprese breakfast sandwich with parmesan cheese, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

Caprese Breakfast Sandwich

This tasty Caprese breakfast sandwich recipe has thick sliced tomatoes, basil scrambled eggs, and fresh mozzarella cheese on a toasted English muffin with a balsamic drizzle! A quick and tasty breakfast sandwich that is meatless and so good.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 236 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying pan

Ingredients
  

  • 4 English muffins
  • 1 large tomato
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil plus extra for serving
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese plus extra for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Slice the English muffins in half, and toast them. Place them on a plate and set aside.
  • Slice your tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
  • In a medium dish, crack the eggs and scramble them with a fork. Add in the fresh basil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat the melted butter in a pan over low heat. Add the eggs to the pan, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, gently folding them over a few times with a wooden spoon until cooked.
  • Time to assemble the sandwich! Take your English muffin, and on the bottom half add some scrambled egg, slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh basil. Top with balsamic vinegar!
  • Top the breakfast sandwich with parmesan cheese and enjoy!

Notes

Substitutions and Variations
  • You can used cheddar, Swiss, muenster, smoked Gouda or another sliced cheese instead of mozzarella.
  • Add some fresh baby spinach for extra flavor and veggies.
  • Instead of fresh basil, you could add some pesto sauce in with the eggs.
  • Instead of an English muffin, you can also enjoy this breakfast sandwich on a bagel or on toast.

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 11gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 517mgPotassium: 219mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 644IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
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