One-Pan Ham & Cheese Toast with Iced Americano
The Perfect Busy Morning Brunch: Fluffy One-Pan Toast and Refreshing Iced Americano
Start your busy day with a simple yet incredibly delicious and satisfying brunch at home! This quick one-pan toast, ready in minutes, paired with a refreshing iced Americano, is the perfect way to kick off a vibrant morning. Follow these easy steps for a delightful breakfast.
Coffee Ingredients- Iced Americano (prepared to your liking)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your iced Americano. If you have an espresso machine, add fresh coffee grounds to the portafilter and tamp them down, getting ready for brewing.
Step 2
Tamping involves pressing the coffee grounds evenly and firmly to ensure a consistent espresso extraction. Use a tamper to press down gently.
Step 3
Attach the prepared portafilter to the machine and extract the espresso to make your refreshing iced Americano. Add ice cubes according to your preference.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the toast. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, add a tiny pinch of salt for seasoning, and whisk them gently with a fork until well combined. Have your ham and cheese slices ready.
Step 5
Take your 2 slices of bread and cut them in half. Dip each half into the whisked egg mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides. Lightly grease a pan with oil over medium heat and place the egg-coated bread pieces into the pan.
Step 6
Once one side of the bread is golden brown and toasted, carefully flip them over with a spatula to toast the other side. The goal is a crispy exterior with a moist, custardy inside.
Step 7
After flipping, gently fold the four edges of the bread inwards towards the center. This creates a pocket-like shape, which will neatly hold the ham and cheese once added, preventing them from sliding out.
Step 8
Now, reduce the heat to low or turn it off temporarily. Place 2 slices of ham and 1 slice of cheese on top of the folded bread. Once the cheese begins to melt, fold the bread in half to cover the filling. This completes your delicious one-pan ham and cheese toast! Covering the pan for a minute can help the cheese melt thoroughly.
Step 9
Arrange your beautifully golden-brown ham and cheese toast alongside your iced Americano on a plate. Enjoy a delightful brunch experience at home. Have a delicious meal and a vibrant day ahead!
