Crispy Honey Mozzarella Eggs on Avocado & Cottage Cheese Sourdough

Recipe by Kayla Janides | @nutrition.by.kayla

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Serves: 1

A delicious sweet and savoury breakfast featuring golden, crispy mozzarella eggs served on sourdough with creamy avocado, cottage cheese and fresh dill. Finished with a generous drizzle of Egmont Mānuka Honey and a sprinkle of chilli flakes, it's the perfect balance of sweet, savoury and slightly spicy flavours.

Ingredients

For the crispy honey mozzarella eggs

• 2 large eggs
• 35–40 g grated mozzarella cheese
• 1–2 tbsp Egmont Mānuka Honey 100+ MGO, divided between cooking and serving
• Olive oil spray
• Sea salt flakes and pepper, to taste
• Chilli flakes, to serve

For the avocado & cottage cheese sourdough

• 2 slices sourdough bread
• ½ small avocado
• 1 tbsp cottage cheese
• 2 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped
• Sea salt flakes and pepper, to taste

Method

1. In a small bowl, combine the avocado, cottage cheese and fresh dill. Mash together with a fork until creamy but slightly chunky. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Toast the sourdough slices until golden and crisp, then spread the avocado and cottage cheese mixture evenly over both slices.
3. Lightly spray a non-stick frying pan with olive oil and heat over low–medium heat. Drizzle some of the Egmont Mānuka Honey into the pan, followed by the grated mozzarella, spreading it into an even layer.
4. Carefully crack the eggs directly over the mozzarella and season with salt and pepper. Allow to cook until the egg whites begin to set and the mozzarella develops golden, crispy edges. Cover briefly with a lid if needed to help the egg whites cook through.
5. Once the mozzarella is golden and crispy underneath, gently loosen the edges with a spatula and carefully fold or lift the eggs to reveal the caramelised honey and mozzarella crust.
6. Place the crispy honey mozzarella eggs onto the prepared sourdough. Finish with a generous drizzle of the remaining Egmont Mānuka Honey and a sprinkle of chilli flakes. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe notes

• For the best crispy texture: Use a good-quality non-stick frying pan and allow the mozzarella to turn golden before attempting to lift or fold the eggs.
• Control the heat: Cook over low–medium heat to prevent the honey from burning while allowing the cheese to caramelise.
• Adjust the spice: Add chilli flakes according to your preferred level of heat. The combination of chilli and Mānuka honey creates a delicious sweet and spicy finish. For an extra kick of heat, try Egmont Zingy Hot Honey.
• Best served fresh: Enjoy immediately for the best combination of crispy mozzarella, creamy avocado and warm honey.

Approximate nutrition information (per serve)

• Energy: 750 kcal (3,140 kJ)
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbohydrates: 90 g
• Fat: 30 g
• Fibre: 7 g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on the brands, ingredients and portion sizes used.

Recipe created by: Kayla Janides – Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) & Sports Dietitian
Instagram: @nutrition.by.kayla