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    Maple Bacon Breakfast Sandwich

    Crispy maple-glazed bacon, a fried egg, and melted cheese come together on a toasted English muffin for a satisfying handheld breakfast.

    ⏱ 10 minPrep time
    🔥 15 minCook time
    🍽 2Servings
    🏷 BreakfastCategory
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    The breakfast sandwich has roots in American diner culture, but it exploded into a mainstream fast-food and coffee shop staple by the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Combining sweet and savory flavors like maple and bacon reflects a broader American love of contrasting flavor profiles in a single handheld meal.

    Sweet, smoky, and perfect for busy mornings

    Crispy maple-glazed bacon, a fried egg, and melted cheese come together on a toasted English muffin for a satisfying handheld breakfast.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Cook the bacon in a skillet until nearly crisp, then brush with maple syrup and cook 1 more minute per side until glazed.
    2. Fry the eggs to your liking in the same skillet.
    3. Butter and toast the English muffins.
    4. Layer each muffin with cheese, a fried egg, and maple bacon.
    5. Drizzle with a little extra maple syrup if desired.
    6. Serve warm.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Watch the bacon closely once you add the maple syrup, as the sugar can burn quickly. A fried egg with a runny yolk adds extra richness to the sandwich.

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    Recipe details

    Prep10 min
    Cook15 min
    Servings2
    CategoryBreakfast
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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