Give your morning a festive, nutritious boost with this Heart Healthy Valentine's Day Egg in a Hole. This easy breakfast takes the classic "egg in a nest" and adds a decorative flair that’s perfect for a Valentine’s Day brunch or a sweet surprise for the kids. By using whole wheat bread and heart-healthy cooking methods, you can enjoy a whimsical meal that fits perfectly into a heart-conscious or diabetic-friendly lifestyle.
Whether you are looking for a heart healthy breakfast or a fun way to get more lean protein into your diet, this recipe delivers. Using a simple cookie cutter is the easiest way to drop in the egg for that iconic heart shape, making it a great recipe to cook with your family.
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This recipe focuses on high-fiber whole grains and lean protein to provide steady energy throughout the morning. By swapping refined white bread for sprouted or whole wheat varieties and using a modest amount of heart-healthy fats, we keep the glycemic index low and the nutrient density high.
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Yes! When made with whole-grain bread and minimal added fats, it is a balanced meal providing fiber, protein, and essential nutrients.
Use a metal cookie cutter and press firmly into the center of the bread. Ensure your skillet is flat so the egg doesn't run underneath the bread.
For most people, eggs can be part of a heart-healthy diet. If you have specific concerns about cholesterol, consult your doctor or use egg whites.
You can carefully use a small paring knife to cut a heart shape out of the center of the bread manually.
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Recipe yields 4 servings
Set the broiler to low. With a 2 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut a heart from the center of each bread slice.
Brush the melted butter on both sides of the bread slices and cutouts, including the inside of the hole.
In a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, toast the bottoms of the slices and cutouts of bread until golden. Flip the bread. Crack an egg into each hole.
Cover and cook until eggs set, about 1 1/2 minutes. Place the skillet under the broiler just until the egg whites are fully cooked, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, with the toast hearts on the side for dipping.
Pair this festive breakfast with a fresh Berry Fruit Salad or a beautifully layered Blueberry Cantaloupe Parfait. For a more savory brunch, serve alongside some Bang Bang Potatoes.
If you are gluten-free, use your favorite sturdy gluten-free bread. For extra fiber, try sprouted grain bread.
For a plant-based or dairy-free version, use melted coconut oil or a heart-healthy olive oil spread.
While the "hole" is designed for a whole egg, you can use 1/4 cup of egg whites for a lower-cholesterol option.