Ham and Cheddar Scallion Biscuit Sandwiches
These Ham and Cheddar Scallion Biscuit Sandwiches are a savory breakfast sandwich made with tender homemade scallion biscuits, melty cheddar cheese, slices of ham, and a fried egg tucked inside.
They're hearty enough for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even a simple breakfast-for-dinner meal. And while they feel a little special, they're made with simple ingredients and are easy to assemble once the biscuits are baked.
If your family loves eggs any time of day, this is a fun and delicious twist on a classic breakfast sandwich.
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Why I Love These Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches
There's something cozy and satisfying about a warm biscuit sandwich. These are especially delicious because the scallions are baked right into the biscuits, giving them a savory flavor that pairs beautifully with ham, cheddar, and eggs.
They're perfect for a weekend breakfast, a casual brunch, or a Father's Day breakfast when you want something hearty but not fussy. The biscuits can also be made ahead, which makes assembly much quicker when you're ready to serve.
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Ingredients You'll Need
- Flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt: The base for tender homemade biscuits.
- Butter: Cold butter creates flaky pockets in the biscuits as they bake.
- Buttermilk: Adds tenderness and a slight tang that makes the biscuits especially flavorful.
- Scallions: Fresh scallions give the biscuits a savory, oniony flavor that works beautifully with ham and cheddar.
- Eggs: One egg is used in the biscuit dough, and the remaining eggs are fried for the sandwiches.
- Cheddar cheese: Slices of cheddar melt over the warm biscuits and ham.
- Ham: Virginia ham or your favorite thinly sliced ham works well here.
How to Make Ham and Cheddar Scallion Biscuit Sandwiches
The recipe begins with homemade scallion biscuits. After whisking together the dry ingredients, cold butter is worked into the flour until it forms small, pea-size pieces. Buttermilk, scallions, and egg are stirred in just until a shaggy dough forms.
After the biscuits are cut, they're briefly frozen before baking. This helps the butter stay cold and gives the biscuits a better texture in the oven.
Once baked, the biscuits are split and topped with cheddar and ham, then returned to the oven until the cheese melts. Finish each sandwich with a fried egg and serve warm.
Make-Ahead Tips
The biscuits can be made ahead and reheated before assembling the sandwiches. You can also cut the biscuit dough and freeze it before baking, then bake as directed when ready.
For the best texture, assemble the sandwiches just before serving so the biscuits stay tender and the eggs are freshly cooked.
Serving Ideas
These biscuit sandwiches are hearty enough to serve on their own, but they're also delicious with fresh fruit, a simple green salad, roasted potatoes, or a warm cup of coffee or tea.
For brunch, serve them alongside a fruit salad, muffins, or for a Father's Day Breakfast.
Ham and Cheddar Scallion Biscuit Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ cup unsalted butter chilled, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup thinly sliced scallions
- 9 large eggs 1 lightly beaten
- 16 slices cheddar cheese about 1 pound
- 16 slices Virginia ham about 1 pound
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour with the sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Cut the butter into the dry ingredients to form pea-size clumps. Stir in the buttermilk, scallions, and the beaten egg just until a dry, shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead gently just until it comes together. Pat the dough out to a ½ -inch-thick rectangle. Using a 4-inch round cookie cutter, stamp out 6 biscuits. Gently press the scraps together and stamp out 2 more biscuits. Arrange the biscuits on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°. Bake the biscuits for about 20 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool slightly, then split in half, laying the halves cut side up on the baking sheet. Cover each biscuit half with 1 cheddar slice and 1 ham slice. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 8 minutes.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the canola oil. Crack 4 eggs into the skillet and cook sunny side up over moderately high heat until the whites are set and the yolks are runny, 2 to 3 minutes. Set the fried eggs on 4 of the biscuit bottoms and keep warm while you fry the remaining eggs. Close the sandwiches and serve immediately.
Notes
- Biscuit Dough: For the flakiest biscuits, keep the butter cold and avoid overworking the dough. Freezing the cut biscuits briefly before baking helps them hold their shape and improves texture.
- Make Ahead: The biscuits can be made ahead and reheated before assembling the sandwiches.
- Serving: For best results, assemble the sandwiches just before serving so the eggs are freshly cooked and the biscuits stay tender.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
More Breakfast Recipes to Try
If you love savory breakfast recipes, you might also enjoy:
- Easy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
- Spinach and Bacon Quiche
- Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole
- Easy Overnight Egg Bake with Sausage and Kale
- Ham and Asparagus Strata
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