• Sun. Nov 30th, 2025
Homemade Egg bun bowlsFluffy buns, creamy eggs, and all your favourite fixings—served cosy in a bowl. Picture: The South African Poultry Association

Tired of the same old breakfast routine? Meet the Egg Bun Bowl—your new go-to for when you want something cosy, tasty, and just a little bit extra.

Imagine this: fluffy, golden buns torn into bite-sized pieces, nestled next to creamy scrambled eggs (or however you like ‘em), all topped with whatever your cravings call for—melty cheese, crispy bacon, avocado, herbs, hot sauce… you name it.

Perfect for lazy mornings, impromptu brunches, or even a late-night snack attack, this bowl is easy to make, fun to eat, and endlessly customizable. Whether you are cooking for one or feeding a hungry crowd, the Egg Bun Bowl is here to keep things delicious with minimal effort. Grab a spoon (or a fork, we don’t judge), dig in, and get ready to fall in love—one bite at a time.

How to make Egg bun bowls

Serves: 2
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Cost per recipe: Serves 2 for under R50

Ingredients:

  • 2 round buns
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) margarine
  • 2 round ham slices
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt and pepper
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) white cheddar, grated

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 180◦C
  2. Cut tops off the buns and hollow out the centers, leaving a 1 cm bread rim. Spread
    the insides of the buns with margarine.
  3. Line the bun bowls with ham. Crack an egg into each. Season with salt and pepper.
    Top with cheddar.
  4. Place the bun bowls and lids, buttered side up on a baking tray. Bake for about 15
    minutes or until whites are set and yolks cooked to your liking.

Variations:

  • Mix a small handful chopped parsley and 1 small, crushed garlic clove through the
    margarine before spreading.

*The image and recipe was sourced from The South African Poultry Association

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By Asanda Mbayimbayi

Asanda Mbayimbayi is an award-winning Lifestyle News Editor and Journalist celebrated for her dynamic voice in digital lifestyle, entertainment, and hard news journalism. Honoured with the Galliova People’s Hero 2025 Award for her authentic storytelling and powerful connection with audiences, she continues to redefine journalism with purpose, empathy, and impact. With an instinct for uncovering stories that resonate and a deep understanding of audience engagement, Asanda brings clarity, depth, and heart to every piece she crafts. Beyond the newsroom, she wears many hats — Researcher, Qualified Bible Teacher, Content Creator, Producer, Motivational Speaker, and Book Editor to name a few — using her creative and spiritual insight to inspire transformation through words. Whether leading editorial teams, producing meaningful content, or motivating audiences, Asanda stands as a storyteller driven by faith, purpose, and the power of narrative to connect and inspire.

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