Looking for a quick, hearty breakfast that’s packed with protein and easy to prepare? Scrambled Eggs with Ham is a classic family favourite that’s perfect for busy mornings and a great recipe for children to help make with adult supervision.
With just a handful of everyday ingredients, this fluffy scrambled egg recipe is delicious on toast and can easily be customised with your favourite extras.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 3 slices ham
- A pinch of salt
- 2 slices of toast
You’ll Need
- Small bowl
- Fork
- Frying pan
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Adult supervision for using the stove
Method
- Cut the ham into small pieces.
- Crack the eggs into a bowl.
- Add the milk and a pinch of salt.
- Whisk with a fork until well combined.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pan.
- Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon as the eggs begin to cook.
- Continue stirring until the eggs are soft, fluffy, and cooked through.
- Add the ham and cook for another minute.
- Spoon the scrambled eggs onto the toast.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Fun Variations
- Cheesy Eggs – Stir in 2 tablespoons of grated cheese.
- Rainbow Eggs – Add chopped peppers or spring onions.
- Bacon Eggs – Replace the ham with cooked bacon pieces.
- Mushroom Eggs – Add chopped mushrooms while cooking.
- Avocado Toast Eggs – Top with sliced avocado before serving.
Why Cook Together?
Cooking simple meals like scrambled eggs helps children build confidence in the kitchen while learning valuable life skills such as measuring, mixing, following instructions, and working safely around food. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together and encourage healthy eating habits.
With a little supervision, even the simplest recipes can become lasting family memories.
How do you like your scrambled eggs? Share your favourite ingredients or family twists on this classic breakfast in the comments.
