Crispy Chili Crisp Avocado Toast with Jammy Eggs
This viral egg breakfast recipe brings together everything people love right now: crisp sourdough, creamy avocado, jammy eggs, chili crisp, and a bright lemony finish. It looks bold and colorful on the plate, but it’s easy enough to make on a busy morning.
Ingredients
For the eggs
- 2 large large eggs
- Ice water for cooling
For the toast
- 2 slices sourdough bread thick
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 medium avocado ripe
- 1 tsp lemon juice fresh
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For topping
- 1 tbsp chili crisp plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp crumbled feta
- 1 tbsp scallions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro or microgreens
- Flaky salt optional
Instructions
- Boil the eggs. Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Lower in the eggs and cook for 6 minutes for jammy centers.
- Cool the eggs. Transfer the eggs to ice water and let them sit for 2 minutes. Peel them carefully and set aside. Why this works: The ice bath stops the cooking fast, so the yolks stay glossy and soft instead of turning chalky.
- Toast the bread. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt the butter and toast for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp. You can also toast it in a 400°F / 205°C oven for 5 to 6 minutes.
- Mash the avocado. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper until mostly smooth with a little texture left.
- Build the base. Spread the avocado mixture evenly over the warm toast.
- Slice and add the eggs. Cut the jammy eggs in half and place 2 egg halves on each toast. Let some yolk face up for the best look.
- Add the viral-style toppings. Spoon chili crisp over the eggs and avocado. Sprinkle with feta, scallions, sesame seeds, and microgreens if using.
- Finish and serve. Drizzle lightly with honey and add a pinch of flaky salt if you like. Serve right away while the toast is still crisp.
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Notes
Tips / Variations
1. Make it higher protein: Add a layer of cottage cheese under the avocado.
2. Swap the bread: Use seeded whole grain, flatbread, or a crispy hash brown patty.
3. Turn up the heat: Add extra chili crisp or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
4. Dairy-free option: Skip the feta or use a plant-based crumbly cheese.
Serving suggestions
Serve with fresh fruit, a simple green salad, or an iced coffee for a breakfast that feels café-worthy at home.
Plating tip
For the most social-media-worthy finish, slice the eggs cleanly, keep the yolks facing up, and spoon the chili crisp in streaks instead of mixing it in. The contrast makes the toast look bright, glossy, and extra craveable.
Nutrition
Calories: 519kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 11gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 699mgPotassium: 1080mgFiber: 15gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 4mg
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