Egg White Delight (Copycat McDonald's Recipe) Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (2024)

This Egg White Delight Recipe is my favorite McDonald’s Copycat Recipe. This delicious breakfast sandwich consists of an English muffin with ham, white cheddar, egg whites, and herbs. I’m so glad I’ve found a healthy and easy breakfast sandwich recipe that I can make at home. Totally delicious!

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Do you love McDonald’s Egg White Delight? Then this easy breakfast sandwich recipe is for you!

I have a confession to make. McDonald’s Egg White Delight breakfast sandwich is one of my secret food addictions. Just ask my husband–though trust me, you don’t want to get him started!

If I could eat one every morning, I really don’t think I would ever get sick of them. I LOVE them. At just 300 calories, these egg white breakfast sandwiches make a good and filling breakfast.

Back in 1972, McDonald’s restaurants introduced the Egg McMuffin breakfast sandwich, made from eggs, Canadian bacon, cheese and an English muffin. And as far as breakfast creations go, it wasn’t too bad for you.

From there, McD’s developed the Egg White Delight, a lightened-up version of the McMuffin that clocks in at under 250 calories. And for me, it was love at first bite.

Ever since I learned how to make this delicious copycat McDonald’s breakfast sandwichrecipe at home, I’ve been a new person. And it actually ends up being even fewer calories than the original version!

This healthy breakfast sandwich is our favorite way to start the day and it’s a great breakfast to cook for house guests.

Trademark note: In the spirit of transparency, please note that McDonald’s, Egg McMuffin, and Egg White Delight are proprietary brands that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.

Learn how to make a copycat McDonald’s Egg White Delight at home. This easy breakfast sandwich recipe is both delicious and healthy!

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Why You’ll Love This Healthy Breakfast Sandwich Recipe

Healthy: This recipe doesn’t use any packaged mixes or artificial ingredients. It’s just ham, egg whites, cheese, and an English muffin.

Quick: The egg only takes a minute to cook, and the rest is just assembly.

Easy: If you can run a toaster and a microwave oven, you can make this recipe!

Now that I know how quick and easy it is to make this breakfast sandwich at home…I need to stock my kitchen with the ingredients so I can make it every day.

I’m not kidding; I may never eat any other breakfast sandwich again! I could even eat this amazing breakfast sandwich for multiple meals a day if that was socially acceptable.

For me, breakfast has to be fast and fuss free, because I am most definitely not a morning person. My day starts so much better if I have an Egg White Delight and a cup of hot, strong coffee first thing in the morning.

You can speak to me after I’ve had those two things! Luckily, I can make this delicious breakfast in under 5 minutes!

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McDonald’s Egg White Delight Ingredients

Obviously, the reason the Egg White Delights are so good is the ingredients. It’s the basic elements that make this breakfast sandwich recipe so healthy– I actually feel good about eating this regularly.

Egg White Delight Ingredients:

  • Egg whites (You can buy packaged egg whites at the store.)
  • Canadian bacon or ham
  • White Cheddar cheese
  • English muffin
  • Herbs, salt, and pepper for seasoning (to taste)

How to Make Egg White Delights

  1. Microwave or cook egg whites.
  2. Toast an English muffin.
  3. Layer the ham, cheese and egg white on the muffin–and breakfast is served.
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Can I Use a Whole Egg in This Recipe?

You can definitely use a whole egg (yolk and all), but it won’t exactly be an egg WHITE delight; it would be more of a copycat Egg McMuffin at that point. Eggs are healthy for you, either way, so cook your egg however you like, but it will be more calories with the yolk included.

I used All Whites brand 100% egg whites (sold in a carton) instead of a standard egg. We LOVE them, and they’re a quick, easy, and delicious way to make egg white recipes.

To make the egg a good shape, I poured the amount for one egg into the bottom of a bowl and microwaved it for about a minute and a half. That’s it–what an easy way to fix an egg white for your breakfast sandwich!

What Kind of Cheese is on This Sandwich?

McDonald’s uses white Cheddar and I think that’s a delicious option. If you’d like to make a copycat Egg McMuffin recipe, you can use sharp Cheddar instead.

Little changes in ingredients make a big flavor change in this recipe, so I like sticking to the original ingredients to make sure it tastes exactly like the ones I used to get every morning–maybe even a little better!

What About Herbs?

I used Herbs of Provence on this sandwich, but simply adding salt and pepper works fine, too. If you like other seasonings, feel free to sprinkle on some garlic, basil, Italian seasoning, or whatever appeals.

Any seasonings you use should be added to the egg white before it’s cooked, for even distribution.

This breakfast sandwich recipe just couldn’t be easier. Get ready to meet your new daily breakfast! And if you want another fun McDonald’s copycat recipe, try these Strawberry Cream Pies!

More Breakfast Recipes

If you’re looking for other easy breakfast recipes, be sure to check these out:

  • Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
  • Strawberry and Cream Mini Pies
  • Freezer Breakfast Burritos
  • Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches
  • Bacon Pancakes
  • Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
  • Cheesy Baked Breakfast Sliders

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Recipe

Egg White Delight Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 3 minutes minutes

Cook: 2 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

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Make your own Egg White Delight at home by combining egg whites, Canadian bacon, and cheese on an English muffin, for a healthy and quick breakfast sandwich.

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Ingredients

  • 1 English muffin whole wheat or regular
  • 1 egg white
  • herbs, salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 slice Canadian bacon or ham
  • 1 slice white Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Slice the English muffin in half and toast in a toaster.

    1 English muffin

  • Pour the egg white into a microwave-safe bowl (approximately the size of your muffin) and microwave for approximately 1:20 or cook to desired consistency on the stovetop.(If using herbs, salt, and pepper, sprinkle them into the egg before cooking. I used Herbs of Provence)

    1 egg white, herbs, salt and pepper to taste

  • Assemble the sandwich by laying the cooked egg white, Canadian bacon, and cheese on the bottom half of the English muffin. Top with the other muffin half. For an extra-tasty sandwich wrap in foil and broil for an additional 3 minutes right before serving. Handle with care.

    1 slice Canadian bacon, 1 slice white Cheddar cheese

  • Enjoy!

Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!

Becky’s tips

  • You can buy egg whites in a carton and measure out one egg’s worth if you’d rather not separate the egg from the white.
  • I used Herbs of Province for my sandwich, but you might like other blends. Try Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, or single herbs like basil, thyme, or rosemary.
  • I like a whole-wheat English muffin in this recipe, but you can also use regular English muffins.
  • For the whole McDonald’s experience, wrap the finished Egg White Delight in wax paper or parchment paper for serving!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 307kcal (15%) Carbohydrates: 27g (9%) Protein: 21g (42%) Fat: 12g (18%) Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) Cholesterol: 44mg (15%) Sodium: 746mg (32%) Potassium: 222mg (6%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 1g (1%) Vitamin A: 281IU (6%) Calcium: 232mg (23%) Iron: 1mg (6%)

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FAQs

What's in McDonald's egg white delight? ›

The McDonald's Egg White Delight is the lighter version of the McDonald's Egg McMuffin. Made with egg whites, a lite cheese, and a hearty English muffin. You can prepare these in less time than you will spend at your local drive-through.

Why did McDonald's discontinue Egg White Delight? ›

According to Haracz, the Egg White Delight went the way of the dinosaur for two reasons: profits and efficiency. While the sandwich may not have been a barn burner in terms of sales, customers at the chain definitely noticed the absence of the Egg White Delight.

Will McDonald's bring back egg white Delight? ›

McDonald's confirmed to The Takeout that the Egg White Delight McMuffin was discontinued on a national scale in 2018, but that individual McDonald's locations could still choose to serve it based on customer preferences.

What is egg white substitute made from? ›

1. Aquafaba. That's right, you can make an impressive egg white substitute using the water from a drained can of chickpeas. Simply set the chickpeas aside and whip the liquid until foamy or soft peaks start to form, just like you would with regular egg whites.

Why does McDonald's have 2 different eggs? ›

According to his video, the chain's “folded” or “square” eggs arrive packed together in an airtight container. “They come pre-cooked,” he says. “All we do is throw them on the grill.” Meanwhile, workers cook the round eggs fresh.

What is McDonald's removing from menu? ›

In June 2022, the Golden Arches decided to pare back its menu and cut most of the healthier options. Menu items like salads, grilled chicken and fruit and yogurt parfaits were removed from McDonald's offerings.

Why don t McDonald's do runny eggs? ›

According to Chef Mike Haracz, McDonald's former Manager of Culinary Innovation who spoke out on TikTok, the chain insists on fully cooking eggs to reduce the chance of foodborne illness. Over-easy eggs feature a yolk that's not completely cooked, which the USDA confirms poses a risk for salmonella.

Does McDonald's use powdered eggs? ›

Our breakfast menu items are all made with real eggs—they're just prepared a little differently for each sandwich. We use a USDA Grade A cracked into an 'egg ring' to get that iconic round shape for our Egg McMuffin®. Our scrambled eggs are made with liquid eggs that are cooked on our grill with real butter.

What brand of English muffins does McDonald's use? ›

In the early 1970s, McDonald's introduced the highly successful Egg McMuffin - a delicious Canadian-style bacon, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on a toasted BAYS® English Muffin. Today, BAYS® English Muffins maintain their standard of excellence by using the original Bay family recipe.

Why do McDonald's eggs taste so good? ›

McDonald's egg patties are prepared fresh in large batches thanks to the egg ring, and can then be stored warm for a while without losing that fresh taste and satisfying texture. The egg ring is why so many McD's breakfast sandwiches are great, and it is also why you probably can't ever quite replicate them at home.

How does McDonald's make their eggs so fluffy? ›

When they're cooking round eggs at McDonald's they add a little bit of water to the griddle and cover it so the eggs steam to perfection. That's why they're soft and tender and not as crispy as regular fried eggs. They also break their yolks so they cook evenly.

Where does McDonald's get their eggs? ›

Creating a supply of cage-free eggs at McDonald's U.S. scale wouldn't have been possible without the support of Cargill and their egg producers, including Minnesota-based fourth-generation family business Forsman Farms.

Does Mcdonalds use folded eggs or round eggs? ›

According to his video, the chain's “folded” or “square” eggs arrive packed together in an airtight container. “They come pre-cooked,” he says. “All we do is throw them on the grill.” Meanwhile, workers cook the round eggs fresh.

What are the ingredients in McDonald's liquid eggs? ›

The rest of McDonald's egg dishes are made from liquid eggs that contain additional ingredients for texture, flavor, and preservative properties. The scrambled eggs are cooked in restaurants from liquid eggs containing sodium acid pyrophosophate, citric acid, monosodium phosphate, and nisin, according to the company.

What's in McDonald's liquid eggs? ›

Our suppliers pre-cook liquid eggs with ingredients that include sausage, tomatoes, green chilies, onions and seasonings before flash freezing them to help maintain their taste. Visit our breakfast menu to get the full list of ingredients in your favorite sandwich.

What food is egg white foam? ›

Egg white foams are made from whipping egg whites very quickly to add air and create volume. Airy foams add volume and and an airy lightness to meringues, soufflés, and cakes like angel food cake.

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