BREAKFAST

The perfect way to start your day is with tasty eggs cooked over easy. This recipe for Over Easy Eggs is so simple and incredibly delicious.

What’s your favorite way to make eggs? I’m all about the runny yolk – so when I’m picking my favorite we almost always fry them.

They are great when served with sausage or hashbrowns. But my favorite way is to put them on some bread with a little bacon and mayo for a delicious fried egg sandwich. SO GOOD!

Now – when it comes to making these eggs, it can be a bit daunting. When I was first learning to cook I was told that making eggs is actually considered one of the more difficult things to make.

So we are here to take all the guesswork out of it. We broke it down with step-by-step pictures so you can have all the information you need before you get started.

Once you do it the first time you will be so excited. You’ll wonder why you waited so long. If you have already done it but struggle to make them perfect – I hope this will help you and you can enjoy your breakfast as much as we do.

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store leftover eggs

If you happen to have leftovers, just transfer them to an airtight container and keep them refrigerated for up to 3 days.

To reheat, add a splash of water to the container, cover with a paper towel (this helps them to steam and not dry out), and microwave until hot – usually, just about 30-60 seconds will do it.

Keep in mind that cooking for a second time will result in the yolks cooking and being firm. You will not be able to keep the yolks runny if you need to reheat them later on.

How to tell if eggs are fresh

We have a habit of stocking up on eggs and then forgetting about them because they are out in the garage fridge.

While eggs will keep (if refrigerated properly) for up to 6 weeks beyond the date on the package – I always like to do this nifty little test if I know they have been in there for a while. The date isn’t always accurate.

When eggs go bad – they create an air bubble inside the shell. So if you place an egg in a few inches of water – watch what it does.

• If it stays at the bottom – it is good.
• If it sort of hovers halfway between the bottom and the top of the water – it’s on the way to going bad and should be used immediately.
• NOW – if the egg floats – that means the air bubble has formed and the egg is no longer safe to eat and should be tossed out.

Does the type of egg matter?

Nope – we have made this recipe with brown or white eggs, either from the store or gifted from our neighbor’s chickens. (those are my favorite)

The size of them doesn’t matter – which is especially great when you are not buying them commercially. They tend to be a variety of sizes when getting them from your own hens.

If you are making an ostrich egg – that is equivalent to about 24 chicken eggs. So you will need a very large fry pan to make a fried egg of that size.

What to serve with this egg recipe

• Brioche French Toast
• Fruit Salad
• Air Fryer Donut Holes with Chocolate Sauce
• Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
• Perfect Oven-Cooked Bacon
• Easy Banana Bread
• Huevos Rancheros

Ingredients for Over Easy Eggs

• unsalted butter
• eggs

When cooking an egg over easy, it all begins with adding a bit of butter to your skillet, just like a sunny side egg. Once you add the butter to the skillet, set it to medium-low heat and then allow the butter to melt before cracking your egg over the skillet.

When you have the egg cracked in the skillet, allow it to cook on the first side for about two minutes and then carefully flip it over to the opposite side. When cooking an over-easy egg, you only need to let it cook in the skillet for around 30 seconds and can then remove it, placing it on your plate to enjoy it with your favorite breakfast meat and toast.

If you want to have eggs over medium, let the second side cook for up to 45 seconds before removing them from the pan. And, when you prefer eggs over hard, where they’re slightly overcooked, you can leave the second side cooking for an additional minute before removing the eggs from the pan and plating them.

Don’t forget to add your favorite seasonings after you’ve put the eggs in the skillet. You can keep it simple with salt and pepper or use something else, such as seasoning salt, red pepper flakes, or even garlic powder.

Other Egg Recipes to Try

• Scrambled Eggs
• Poached Eggs
• Soft-Boiled Eggs
• Hard-Boiled Eggs
• How to Dye Eggs
• Best Egg Salad

How to Make Over Easy Eggs

1. Set the eggs out on the counter to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes.
2. Add the butter to a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and allow it to melt.
3. Turn the heat down to low.
4. Crack the eggs into the heated skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes until the white is firm and the yolk is still runny.
5. Flip the eggs using a thin spatula and cook for another 15-30 seconds.
6. Remove the eggs from the pan and season with kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper.

What about over medium and over hard?

There are two other similar ways to cook an egg in the frying pan: over medium and over hard. It’s just a matter of how cooked the yolk is. The distinctions between all of the ways to fry an egg are as follows:

• Sunny side up: Cook 2 to 3 minutes without flipping at all.
• Over easy: Basically the same as sunny side up, but then flip and cook 15-30 seconds more. The yolk will be runny.
• Over medium: The same as sunny side up, then flip and cook 1 minute. The yolk is thicker, more gooey and slightly runny in the very center.
• Over hard: You will cook the same as sunny side up, then flip and cook 2 more minutes – the yolk will fully cooked and firm.

How do I know when my over easy eggs are done?

You’ll know your eggs are done once the whites are set and the yolk has started to thicken but is still runny. If you’re not sure, it’s better to err on the side of undercooking since you can always cook them a bit more.

How do I flip my over easy egg without breaking the yolk?

The easiest way is to use a spatula. Gently slide it under the egg, making sure to get all the edges, then quickly flip it over. You can also try flipping it with your wrist like you would a pancake.

fried egg over easy

Products I love when making this classic breakfast recipe…

This simple breakfast recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you are new to cooking and have never made eggs at home before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this morning recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)

• prep bowls
• spatula
• non-stick cookware
• cast iron skillet

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Over Easy Eggs

The perfect way to start your day is with tasty eggs cooked over easy. This recipe for Over Easy Eggs is so simple and incredibly delicious.

Prep Time2 minutes mins

Cook Time4 minutes mins

Total Time6 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: eggs, fried

Servings: 2 eggs

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 Eggs fresh if available

Instructions

• Set the eggs out on the counter to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes.
• Add the butter to a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and allow it to melt.
• Turn the heat down to low.
• Crack the eggs into the heated skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes until the white is firm and the yolk is still runny.
• Flip the eggs using a thin spatula and cook for another 15-30 seconds.
• Remove the eggs from the pan and season with kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper.

Notes

Using room temperature eggs gives a better end result – but isn’t absolutely necessary to making an over easy egg.

Making mini pancakes, often called silver dollar pancakes, is a great way to use up ripe bananas. These tiny banana pancakes are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack.

Mini Pancakes are a fun, quick, and healthy breakfast for kids of all ages. They’re also a tasty snack any time of the day.

Growing up my grandparents would always take me out to a diner-style breakfast whenever I would visit. I don’t think I ever left without ordering the silver dollar pancakes. They were my favorite.

All these years later – I still think they are pretty great. But I wanted to make some and use up some of our over-ripe bananas.

Since making banana pancakes is something the whole family enjoys – I thought it would be great to make them mini to add a bit of nostalgia to our weekend morning.

These are not only fun but so delicious too. We paired ours with salted caramel sauce, whipped cream, and sliced bananas. Absolutely scrumptious!

Here are some commonly asked questions

What’s the difference between a silver dollar and regular pancakes?

Silver dollar pancakes are about the size of an old-fashioned silver dollar, which is about an inch and a half in diameter. Regular pancakes are usually 4-inches are larger!

You can bake these banana pancakes up in a larger size if you prefer. In contrast, other types of pancakes that aren’t necessarily “silver-dollar” are three inches in diameter and equally delicious.

Why are my pancakes sticking to the pan?

If you did not preheat your pan to a high enough heat or coat it with enough butter then the batter could stick to the pan.

Can these be made with pancake mix?

Sure! If you don’t want to mix your own batter in this recipe – just follow the steps starting at #4 here.

What is the best way to store leftover silver dollar pancakes?

Place any leftover mini pancakes in an airtight container and keep refrigerated until ready to serve again. To reheat, vent the container by popping the lid and then microwave for 60-90 seconds or until hot.

How do I get the fluffiest pancakes?

The fluffiness of pancakes comes from the baking powder, so it is important that your baking powder is not old. You also want to mix the batter just until the flour is mixed in, as overmixing will increase the gluten, which will result in chewy pancakes instead of fluffy.

Can I freeze the pancakes?

Pancakes freeze wonderfully! It is best to flash freeze them by placing them in a single row on a parchment-lined plate for an hour. Once they have partially frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe container or ziptop bag and return to the freezer for up to 3 months.

I like to place a piece of parchment or wax paper in-between the pancakes so I can stack them when frozen. This helps when I only want to thaw a couple of them for a smaller breakfast.

Ingredients for Mini Pancakes

• all-purpose flour
• brown sugar
• baking powder
• salt
• ground cinnamon or pumpkin spice
• eggs
• melted butter
• milk
• vanilla extract
• ripe bananas – mashed
• Additional butter or oil for cooking

Can I use a sugar substitute?

I have not personally tried it, so I can’t say how that would turn out. But if you would like to try it, I suggest a product that offers a 1:1 swap. Please let me know how it turns out.

How do I reheat the pancakes?

Microwave: Reheat in 15-second intervals until hot.

Skillet: Melt butter over medium-low heat, then add pancakes and cook until warm.

Oven: 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes.

Add additional time if cooking from frozen.

banana pancakes recipe

How to Make Mini Pancakes

1. In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
2. In a separate, medium bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and bananas.
3. Fold in the dry ingredients, until there is no dry flour visible. The batter will be lumpy. Don’t over-mix.
4. Heat the electric griddle to 375°F (190°C) or turn your stovetop to medium heat.
5. Melt the butter on the griddle or in the skillet.
6. Using a small scoop, drop the batter onto the skillet in 1 tablespoon portions.
7. Once the pancake begins to bubble, flip over to finish cooking on the other side.
8. Once both sides have cooked to a golden brown color, remove and place on a plate.
9. Add a little extra butter to each cooked pancake.
10. Serve hot with desired toppings.

banana pancakes

Products I love when making silver dollar pancakes…

This mini pancake recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade pancakes without a mix before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this breakfast recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)

• prep bowls
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons
• griddle
• skillet
• whisk
• spatula

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Mini Pancakes (Silver Dollar)

Making mini pancakes, often called silver dollar pancakes, is a great way to use up ripe bananas. These tiny banana pancakes are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time20 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana, mini, pancakes, silver dollar

Servings: 20 pancakes

Equipment

• 1 electric griddle or large skillet

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (195 grams)
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon or pumpkin spice
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 cup milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 medium ripe bananas mashed (about ¾ cup)
• Additional butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
• In a separate, medium bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and bananas.
• Fold in the dry ingredients, until there is no dry flour visible. The batter will be lumpy. Don’t over-mix.
• Heat the electric griddle to 375°F (190°C) or turn your stovetop to medium heat.
• Melt the butter on the griddle or in the skillet.
• Using a small scoop, drop the batter onto the skillet in 1 tablespoon portions.
• Once the pancake begins to bubble, flip over to finish cooking on the other side.
• Once both sides have cooked to a golden brown color, remove and place on a plate.
• Add a little extra butter to each cooked pancake.
• Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

The number of pancakes will depend on how large or small you make each one.

Once you see bubbles rise to the top and start to pop, they are ready to flip. The whole top of the pancake should be covered in bubbles in the batter before flipping.