Dippy Eggs and Soldiers
Dippy eggs and soldiers are a classic British breakfast that may seem like just eggs and toast, but the experience is completely different. Soft, creamy yolks meet thin, buttery toast strips for dipping, creating a breakfast that’s comforting and satisfying. This recipe shows you exactly how to get the eggs and toast just right every time.
Servings servings
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, 2 per person
- 4 slices of bread of choice, 2 per person
- butter, for spreading and toasting bread
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil.
- Carefully lower the eggs into the water with a spoon. Boil for 5–6 minutes for soft, runny yolks.
- Once cooked, transfer the eggs immediately into a bowl of ice water to stop them from overcooking. Leave for 1 minute.
- While the eggs cool slightly, spread butter over each slice of bread and toast until golden and crisp.
- Cut the buttery toast into thin strips, just narrow enough to dip into the egg yolk.
- Remove the eggs from the ice water, dry gently, and place in egg cups.
- Use an egg cracker tool to remove the top of each egg.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper into the egg yolk.
- Dip the thin toast soldiers into the yolk, then scoop out the whites with a spoon and enjoy.
Notes
Q: What type of bread works best?
A: Sandwich white bread is classic, but sourdough or whole wheat are also great options for soldiers. Q: Do I have to use an egg cracker tool?
A: No — you can gently tap around the top with a spoon and peel off the shell. The tool just makes it easier and neater. Q: Where can I get an egg cracker tool?
A: They’re easy to find online or in kitchen supply stores. You can get this one here that I prefer or there's also this option here. Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Soft-boiled eggs are best eaten fresh. If you prep them early, the yolks may firm up and won’t be as dippable.
A: Sandwich white bread is classic, but sourdough or whole wheat are also great options for soldiers. Q: Do I have to use an egg cracker tool?
A: No — you can gently tap around the top with a spoon and peel off the shell. The tool just makes it easier and neater. Q: Where can I get an egg cracker tool?
A: They’re easy to find online or in kitchen supply stores. You can get this one here that I prefer or there's also this option here. Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Soft-boiled eggs are best eaten fresh. If you prep them early, the yolks may firm up and won’t be as dippable.
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