Updated on October 4th, 2025
Starting the day with a delicious sandwich is always a win, and this breakfast patty melt recipe brings you exactly that. Layers of melted cheddar, savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and caramelized onions come together between slices of toasted bread. Every bite is warm, cheesy, and filling, making it the kind of breakfast you’ll look forward to. It is simple to make, easy to customize, and satisfying enough to keep you full until lunch.
Why this recipe works
- Hearty flavor: Combining sausage, eggs, and cheese creates a rich and savory taste that makes this breakfast patty melt stand out as a full meal.
- Melty texture: The cheddar cheese ties everything together, melting into the eggs and sausage while creating that gooey bite everyone loves in a melt.
- Custom options: You can choose your favorite type of sausage or bread, making it easy to adapt the recipe to your personal preferences.
- Balanced build: Each layer of meat, egg, cheese, and onion is stacked in a way that ensures every bite is flavorful and satisfying.
- Simple method: With just a few cooking steps, you can prepare this sandwich quickly without needing any complicated tools or ingredients.
Serving suggestions
- Breakfast plate: Serve the patty melt with a side of hash browns or roasted potatoes for a classic and filling morning meal.
- On the go: Wrap the sandwich in parchment or foil so it stays warm and makes a portable breakfast option for busy mornings.
- Weekend brunch: Pair with a fresh fruit salad and coffee to create a balanced and crowd-pleasing brunch spread.
- Anytime meal: Enjoy the patty melt as a quick lunch or dinner option when you want something hearty without too much effort.
- Family style: Double or triple the recipe to make several sandwiches and serve them at the table so everyone can enjoy together.
Breakfast Patty melt recipe
Start your day with a flavorful breakfast patty melt recipe with sausage, eggs, cheese, and onions. Easy to make and perfect for busy mornings.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (sliced)
- 1/4 pound breakfast sausage
- 2 whole eggs (beaten)
- 3 sliced cheddar cheese
- 2 slices bread
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet to low heat and melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally for 15 to 20 minutes until the onions are soft and slightly caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Form the breakfast sausage into a thin patty about the width of your bread that you are using. Add it to the same skillet the onions were in and increase the heat to medium.
- Cook the patty on both sides until fully cooked (the internal temperature has reached 160 degrees F.), about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan to a plate and set aside. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet, form them into a circle as they set. Flip to finish cooking on the other side. Remove from the skillet to a plate.
- To assemble the patty melt. Top a slice of bread with a slice of cheese, the cooked patty, eggs, an additional slice of cheese, onions, and another slice of cheese. Place the other bread slice over the sandwich. Melt the remaining butter in a clean skillet over low heat.
- Place the sandwich into the skillet and cook on low for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until the cheese is melted and the bread is crisp and golden brown. Add more butter to the skillet if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 1315
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1817 mg
- Fat: 106.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 23.4 g
- Protein: 65.9 g
- Cholesterol: 498.7 mg