Save Start your morning with a Sourdough Avocado BLT Breakfast Stack, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet meal. This stack features crispy smoked bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh tomatoes layered on golden toasted sourdough, all crowned with a perfectly runny sunny-side-up egg.
Pin it Whether you are hosting a weekend brunch or looking for a satisfying weekday breakfast, this recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy the classic flavors of a BLT with the added richness of a runny egg and sourdough bread.
Ingredients
- Bread & Spreads: 2 large slices sourdough bread, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 ripe avocado, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetables & Greens: 1 medium tomato (sliced), 1 cup mixed greens (e.g., arugula, baby spinach)
- Bacon: 4 slices smoked bacon (or vegetarian bacon)
- Eggs: 2 large eggs
- Garnish (optional): Fresh chives (chopped), crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Step 2
- While bacon cooks, lightly butter both sides of the sourdough slices. Toast in a separate skillet or toaster until golden brown.
- Step 3
- In a small bowl, mash avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4
- Spread mashed avocado evenly over the toasted sourdough.
- Step 5
- Layer each slice with mixed greens, tomato slices, and crispy bacon.
- Step 6
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Crack eggs into the pan and cook sunny side up until whites are set but yolks remain runny, about 3–4 minutes.
- Step 7
- Carefully slide one egg onto each stack.
- Step 8
- Garnish with chopped chives and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For the best results, use a nonstick skillet to ensure the eggs slide off easily with a spatula. Note that this recipe contains common allergens including eggs, wheat (gluten), and dairy (butter).
Varianten und Anpassungen
To make this dish vegetarian, substitute the smoked bacon with your favorite plant-based bacon alternative. For an extra punch of flavor, you can also add a slice of cheese or a spoonful of pesto to the stack.
Serviervorschläge
Pair this breakfast stack with roasted potatoes or a side of fresh fruit for a heartier, well-rounded meal.
Pin it Once assembled, serve your Sourdough Avocado BLT Breakfast Stack immediately to enjoy the contrast between the warm, runny egg and the fresh, crisp ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How can I make a vegetarian version?
Replace smoked bacon with plant-based bacon alternatives to maintain flavor while keeping it vegetarian-friendly.
- → What is the best way to keep the egg yolk runny?
Cook eggs sunny side up on medium-low heat until whites are set but yolks remain soft, approximately 3–4 minutes.
- → Can I prepare the sourdough in advance?
Toast sourdough slices just before assembly to ensure they stay crispy and avoid sogginess.
- → What greens work best in this stack?
Mixed greens like arugula and baby spinach add fresh, slightly peppery notes that complement the creamy avocado and crispy bacon.
- → Are there recommended garnishes to enhance flavor?
Chopped fresh chives and crushed red pepper flakes add vibrant color and a subtle kick to the stack.