A standard 18-inch French baguette holds five large eggs mixed with heavy cream, crisp bacon, and shredded cheese without overflowing. Standard 1500-watt air fryers need lower heat than a conventional oven to avoid burning the top crust before the interior egg sets completely.
Carving out the top of the bread properly prevents liquid leaks on your sheet pan. Leaving a half-inch shell along the sides and bottom creates a solid vessel for the custard mixture.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, mix eggs, cream, bacon, cheese, and onions.
2. Cut a long rectangle through the top of the baguette and partially unstuff the baguette.
3. Spoon the mixture into the baguette.
4. Bake for 25 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
5. Cut and serve while still warm.
6. Nutrition Calories: 2284 Fat: 156 grams Carbs: 167 grams Fiber: 7 grams Sugars: 22 grams Protein: 87 grams
7. Enjoy!
Pro Tips
How to Store Bacon, Egg, And Cheese Breakfast Bread Boat
Refrigerator
Wrap leftover bread boat portions tightly in foil and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Freezing is not recommended because baked egg custard turns watery after thawing.
Reheating
Warm in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 10 minutes until hot and crisp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did my bread boat turn soggy on the bottom?
The bread wall was hollowed too thin, or excess bacon grease soaked into the base during baking.
Q: Can I make this bread boat ahead of time?
You can hollow the bread and mix the eggs ahead, but pour the filling right before baking so the crust stays dry.

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Bread Boat
Fill a hollowed baguette with eggs, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese before baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes until set.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, mix eggs, cream, bacon, cheese, and onions.
- 2Cut a long rectangle through the top of the baguette and partially unstuff the baguette.
- 3Spoon the mixture into the baguette.
- 4Bake for 25 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
- 5Cut and serve while still warm.
- 6Nutrition Calories: 2284 Fat: 156 grams Carbs: 167 grams Fiber: 7 grams Sugars: 22 grams Protein: 87 grams
- 7Enjoy!




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