By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 9, 2023
Skip the drive-thru when you make your very own Homemade Egg McMuffin ! Canadian bacon, eggs, and American cheese are sandwiched between English muffins. And yes, these eggs are made in the same style you’d get at McDonald’s, making this a true copycat recipe.
What’s in this Egg McMuffin Recipe
Toasted English muffins loaded with Canadian bacon, cheese, and of course a fried egg, these are just as good as the breakfast you’d buy at the Golden Arches!
- English Muffins: Any brand will work well. You can use gluten-free muffins if needed!
- Butter: You can opt for salted or unsalted. Just note that the Canadian bacon will lend a salty note by itself already.
- Canadian Bacon: Have any left over? Use it deliciously when you make my other favorite breakfast recipe, Eggs Benedict !
- American Cheese: You can swap this with cheddar if you’d like.
- Eggs: I like to use free-range organic eggs when I can.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
We recommend breaking up the yolk when you fry the egg so that it doesn’t burst when you bite into the sandwich. We also like to use Canadian bacon that’s cut in a circular shape for easy of assembly.
Variations to Try
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- ▢ 6 English muffins
- ▢ 1 tablespoon butter plus more for buttering the English muffins
- ▢ 6 slices Canadian bacon
- ▢ 6 slices American cheese
- ▢ 6 eggs
Video
Instructions
- Toast the English muffins, and then butter them to your liking. 6 English muffins, 1 tablespoon butter
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, cook the Canadian bacon slices in the pan for a minute or two on each side. Set the bacon aside on a plate. 6 slices Canadian bacon
- Place a mason jar lid or metal ring mold in the center of the pan and spray with cooking spray. Crack 1 egg into the ring. Use a fork to gently break up the yolk. Season with salt. 6 eggs
- Pour 1/4 cup of water into the pan around the ring, cover the pan, and cook for about 1 minute until the egg is cooked through.
- Place the American cheese slices on the English muffin halves. Gently remove the ring from the egg and place on top of the cheese. Repeat for the remaining eggs. 6 slices American cheese
- Top each egg with a slice of Canadian bacon. Then, close the sandwich with the other English muffin half.
Becky’s Tips
- Break up the yolk when you fry the egg so that it doesn’t burst when you bite into the sandwich.
- Use Canadian bacon that is circular in shape. It’s already cooked, so just needs to be crisped up a little.
- It’s easy to adapt these egg McMuffins to suit your tastes; add more cheese, skip the bacon it’s up to you!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Serving Suggestions
These homemade egg McMuffins are delicious just as they are, but feel free to add some ketchup or hot sauce if you like. For a bigger breakfast, go all out and add a sausage patty! On the side, serve them with Air Fryer bacon and breakfast potatoes !
If you need a little caffeine to start the morning, you’ll love this honey almond milk flat white or this iced caramel macchiato .
How to Store and Reheat
Once you have made these egg McMuffins, let them cool, wrap them in foil, and keep them refrigerated. You can eat them cold, or heat them up for a couple of minutes in the microwave to enjoy.
How to Freeze
You can also freeze the wrapped egg McMuffins for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the final reheat time.
So that the eggs fit nicely into the muffins, you need to cook them in a mason jar lid or metal ring mold. As the eggs cook, they remain perfectly round.
English muffins are used at McDonald’s, so I wanted to stick closely to their classic recipe. You could make these with bagels or even a toasted roll if you prefer.
For that authentic taste, use American sliced cheese. You can of course use other cheese slices like Jack or mozzarella if you prefer.
More Breakfast Recipes To Try
- Bulletproof Coffee
- Cinnamon Sugar Biscuit Bites
- Bagel Breakfast Sandwiches
- Ham and Potato Casserole
- Apple Cider Mimosas
- Home Fries
- Breakfast Pizza
- Peanut Butter Energy Balls
- Mango Smoothie
Homemade Egg McMuffins Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 English muffins
- 1 tablespoon butter plus more for buttering the English muffins
- 6 slices Canadian bacon
- 6 slices American cheese
- 6 eggs
Instructions
- Toast the English muffins, and then butter them to your liking. 6 English muffins, 1 tablespoon butter
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, cook the Canadian bacon slices in the pan for a minute or two on each side. Set the bacon aside on a plate. 6 slices Canadian bacon
- Place a mason jar lid or metal ring mold in the center of the pan and spray with cooking spray. Crack 1 egg into the ring. Use a fork to gently break up the yolk. Season with salt. 6 eggs
- Pour 1/4 cup of water into the pan around the ring, cover the pan, and cook for about 1 minute until the egg is cooked through.
- Place the American cheese slices on the English muffin halves. Gently remove the ring from the egg and place on top of the cheese. Repeat for the remaining eggs. 6 slices American cheese
- Top each egg with a slice of Canadian bacon. Then, close the sandwich with the other English muffin half.
Video
Notes
- Break up the yolk when you fry the egg so that it doesn’t burst when you bite into the sandwich.
- Use Canadian bacon that is circular in shape. It’s already cooked, so just needs to be crisped up a little.
- It’s easy to adapt these egg McMuffins to suit your tastes; add more cheese, skip the bacon it’s up to you!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
