If you love a hearty morning bite, you’ll also want to try these 3-Ingredient Bacon & Egg Breakfast Muffins or this crowd-pleasing Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole.
These Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders put a fun, bread-free spin on the classic — two halves of a hard-boiled egg stand in for the bun, holding crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and lime-mashed avocado right in the middle.
What makes these so fun is the built-in portion size. Each slider is its own self-contained bite: salty bacon, cool mashed avocado with a hint of lime, and a sliver of cheddar tucked in the middle. A dusting of paprika and freshly cracked pepper on top finishes them off. Once the eggs are boiled and the bacon is crisp, the sliders come together in just a few minutes.
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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe
- Ready in 30 minutes. From cold eggs to plated sliders, the whole thing wraps up in half an hour.
- No special equipment needed. A saucepan, a bowl for the ice bath, and a skillet for the bacon — that’s it.
- Built-in portion control. Each slider is one neat, toothpick-secured bite — perfect for a party snack tray or a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
- Creamy avocado in every bite. The lime-seasoned mashed avocado adds a rich, cool contrast to the warm bacon and cheese.
- Easy to customize. Swap the cheese, add a hot sauce drizzle, or pile on extra toppings — the basic build is endlessly adaptable.
- Impressive without the work. They look like something from a brunch restaurant but take almost no effort to put together.
➡️ Ingredients
⏲ How to make this recipe
👉 Easy ingredient swaps
- Cheese: Provolone, pepper jack, Swiss, or gouda all work great in place of cheddar.
- Bacon: Turkey bacon or cooked breakfast sausage crumbles are easy swaps.
- Avocado: If you’re out of avocado, a smear of cream cheese or a dollop of sour cream gives you a similar creamy layer.
- Lime juice: Lemon juice works just as well to brighten up the mashed avocado.
- Garnish: Everything bagel seasoning, smoked paprika, or a dash of hot sauce are fun finishing touches in place of the classic salt, pepper, and paprika.
✨ Variations
- Deviled-egg style: Scoop out a little of the yolk, mix it into the mashed avocado mixture, then pipe or spoon it back in before topping with bacon and cheese.
- Spicy version: Add a thin slice of pickled jalapeño on top of the bacon, or drizzle each slider with your favorite hot sauce before serving.
- Everything bagel: Skip the paprika garnish and dust with everything bagel seasoning instead for a savory, herby finish.
- Party platter build: Make a double batch and arrange them on a large board with fresh fruit, sliced veggies, and a dipping sauce for an easy brunch spread.
〰️ How to serve
- Serve them right away while the bacon is still warm and the cheese is slightly softened — these are best fresh.
- Arrange on a marble board or platter alongside a simple fruit salad or Fresh Corn Salad for an easy brunch spread.
- Pair with a warm mug of coffee or set them next to a pitcher of juice for a weekend breakfast that feels a little special.
- Going to a brunch potluck? Prep the components ahead of time and assemble on-site — they travel easily and always get compliments. Serve alongside Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins for a full spread.
💬 FAQs
How do I hard-boil eggs so they peel easily?
Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, then boil for 9 minutes. Transfer them immediately to an ice bath and let them sit for several minutes. The shock of cold water stops the cooking and makes the shells much easier to peel.
Can I make these ahead of time?
The components — hard-boiled eggs, cooked bacon, and mashed avocado — can each be prepped ahead and stored separately. The mashed avocado is best made fresh (or close to serving time) since it can brown. Assemble the sliders just before serving for the best results.
How do I keep the avocado from turning brown?
The lime juice in the recipe helps slow browning. If you’re prepping a little ahead, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the mashed avocado to limit air exposure until you’re ready to assemble.
Can I make these for a crowd?
Absolutely — just scale up the ingredients. One egg yields two slider halves, so for 12 sliders you’ll need 6 eggs, 6 slices of bacon (halved), and more avocado and cheese to match. The assembly is quick once everything is cooked and ready.
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Bacon Egg And Cheese Breakfast Sliders
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 3 slices of bacon
- ½ medium-sized avocado
- ½ tsp 2.5mL lime juice
- Pinch of pepper
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ½ deli slices cheddar cheese, sliced into fourths
Garnishes:
- Pinch of paprika
- Freshly-cracked pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add eggs to saucepan in even layer. Cover with water and place pan on stovetop over high heat. Bring water to a boil then boil for 9 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice cubes and then covering with water.
- Additionally, while eggs boil, cook bacon on stovetop until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to de-grease, break in half, and set aside.
- Once time has lapsed for boiling eggs, immediately carefully transfer eggs from boiling water to ice bath. Allow eggs to sit in ice bath for several minutes.
- Meanwhile, mash avocado in a bowl. Add lime juice, pepper, and salt. Set aside.
- Remove eggs from ice bath and peel and dispose of shells. Slice each egg in half lengthwise.
- Lay 6 of the sliced eggs on a plate, top with piece of sliced cheddar, dollop of mashed avocado, halved slice of crisped bacon, then top with other side of egg. Secure each with a toothpick. Repeat until you’ve yielded 6 egg sliders.
- Garnish each egg slider with paprika, freshly-cracked pepper, and salt.
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