Soft-Boiled Eggs with Toast Soldiers
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Soft-boiled eggs with runny golden yolks and buttered toast soldiers for dipping — a simple, classic breakfast children love.
Prep time2 min
Cook time8 min
Total time10 min
Servings1
Ingredients
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 2 slices bread
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Method
- Bring a small pan of water to a gentle boil.
- Lower the eggs in carefully with a spoon and boil for exactly 6 minutes for a runny yolk (7 minutes for a firmer yolk).
- Meanwhile, toast the bread, butter it and cut into strips (soldiers).
- Lift the eggs out, cool for 30 seconds, place in egg cups and tap the tops off with a spoon.
- Season with salt and pepper, and serve with the toast soldiers for dipping.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)250 kcal
Protein (estimate)13 g
Fat (estimate)12 g
Carbs (estimate)22 g
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values (about 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 4.8 g fat, 0.4 g carbs per large egg).
Tips, food safety & substitutions
Use room-temperature eggs so the shells do not crack in the boiling water. Food safety: soft yolks are fine for healthy adults; for young children, pregnant women or elderly people, boil for 9–10 minutes until fully set. Allergens: contains egg and wheat (gluten) and milk (butter). Substitute: use brown bread or paratha strips instead of white toast.