Egg and cheese bagel sandwich

Egg and cheese bagel sandwich recipe videos

The egg and cheese bagel sandwich is a classic breakfast staple, particularly popular in North American delis and coffee shops. It typically consists of a sliced bagel (often toasted) filled with a cooked egg (fried, scrambled, or as a patty) and melted cheese, sometimes with added condiments or meats.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sandwich is generally high in carbohydrates from the bagel and fat from the cheese and egg, while also providing a good amount of protein. A typical serving can range from 350 to 500 calories, depending on the bagel size, type of cheese, and cooking method.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	16 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	650 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Selenium	15 mcg

Per 1 sandwich (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The bagel's Jewish immigrant heritage in New York City helped popularize this sandwich as a quintessential 'New York' breakfast. Nutritionally, it's a balanced meal that combines complex carbs for energy with protein and fat for satiety, making it a popular choice for a hearty start to the day.