Mouthwatering German Breakfast – Delight Your Senses with Traditional Flavors

Discover a delicious, easy-to-make German breakfast recipe that focuses on mouthfeel, aroma, and stunning plating appeal. This dish combines traditional ingredients such as whole grain bread, smoked cheese, Black Forest ham, and homemade jam in an appetizing sandwich that's perfect for any standard diet.

🕒 Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 7 minutes Total: 12 minutes

🍽 Servings: 1

🔥 Difficulty: Easy

🌎 Cuisine: German

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

Ingredients

2 slices whole grain bread 40g unsalted butter 1 tbsp homemade jam (strawberry, raspberry, or mixed berry) 40g smoked cheese (such as Limburger or Grafenauer) 3 slices of German Black Forest ham 2 large free
range eggs 40ml whole milk Salt and pepper, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, for garnish

Instructions

Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispiness. Set aside.
In a non stick pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Fry the eggs in the butter until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the toast: Spread homemade jam on one side of each bread slice. Top one slice with smoked cheese, then add two slices of Black Forest ham. Place the other toast slice on top, jam side down.
Carefully transfer the fried eggs to the assembled sandwich, placing them on top of the cheese layer.
Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors in this German breakfast is a delightful way to start your day. The tangy homemade jam complements the rich smoked cheese and salty Black Forest ham perfectly.

Notes

You can use any type of homemade jam you prefer or even make it yourself using seasonal berries.

Substitutions

Whole grain bread can be replaced with whole wheat or gluten-free bread. Smoked cheese can be substituted with any preferred cheese. Black Forest ham can be replaced with any preferred ham or cold cut.

Alternative Preparations

For a vegetarian option, replace the ham and cheese with avocado slices and tomato. For a vegan option, use vegan cheese and substitute eggs with a plant-based alternative.

Alternative Methods

You can also cook the sandwich in a panini press or toaster oven for crispy toast and melty cheese.

Best Storage Practice

Store leftover homemade jam in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Shelf Life

Unopened smoked cheese can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-3 months, depending on the brand and packaging.

Plating Tips

Use a plate that contrasts with the colors of the dish to make it stand out. Arrange the sandwich diagonally on the plate, with eggs resting on top.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving: 725 calories, 46g fat (28g saturated), 190mg cholesterol, 1830mg sodium, 49g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 32g protein.