{"id":2085819,"date":"2024-12-04T01:45:38","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T06:53:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2085819"},"modified":"2025-03-03T15:43:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T21:43:48","slug":"sunny-side-up-eggs","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sunny-side-up-eggs\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunny-Side Up Eggs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you think of a fried egg, chances are you&#8217;re picturing sunny-side up eggs. That clean, bright white surrounding a vibrant yellow-orange yolk couldn&#8217;t be anything else. Once you learn how to make sunny-side up eggs, you&#8217;ll put them on any food, from avocado toast and burgers to kimchi fried rice and breakfast pizza. More than a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-10-breakfast-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-10-breakfast-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">breakfast staple<\/a>, eggs sunny-side up will transform any mundane bite into an extraordinary meal.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/simple-egg-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/simple-egg-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Simple egg recipes<\/a> usually require only a few ingredients, like butter, eggs and salt. But to truly master how to cook sunny-side up eggs, you need a bit of patience and a balance of heat, timing and steam. The key is a tight-fitting cover for the pan so that the whites of the eggs cook quickly before the yolks are set and the moisture steams the surface area of the egg. The result: Perfectly set whites with a luxuriously runny yolk.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a sunny-side up egg?<\/h2>\n<p>A sunny-side up egg is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fried-eggs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fried-eggs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fried egg<\/a> with a set white and a runny, exposed yolk that resembles the sun in all its gleaming glory. It differs from other fried eggs, such as over-easy and over-hard, which get flipped so that the yolk comes into contact with the hot pan. Properly made sunny-side up eggs should have a yolk that runs when you pierce it with a fork.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Sunny-Side Up Eggs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Butter: <\/strong>Sure, butter helps keep the egg from sticking to the pan, but when learning how to make a sunny-side up egg, the butter&#8217;s moisture is crucial for steaming while your pan is covered. Butter also adds a bit of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs: <\/strong>This is the main character of our sunny-side up fried eggs story. Choose eggs that are as fresh as you can find them for the most flavor and gorgeous deep orange yolks.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Salt and pepper:<\/strong> <\/strong>Even a perfectly cooked egg needs seasoning. There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-salt\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqcweAP-COceewgDF_cWMD_7xsgy4zAX4P_m6D39r-rhixsuGOD\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-salt\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqcweAP-COceewgDF_cWMD_7xsgy4zAX4P_m6D39r-rhixsuGOD\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">types of salt<\/a>, but try flaky sea salt for a little more texture. The same goes for pepper: Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-pepper-grinders\/?srsltid=AfmBOoohqQGSpOLpRj7UDCGtpethGYqWjht5_pzav49Z2B1l0_m-GRdv\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-pepper-grinders\/?srsltid=AfmBOoohqQGSpOLpRj7UDCGtpethGYqWjht5_pzav49Z2B1l0_m-GRdv\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pepper grinder<\/a> set to coarse for larger chunks or set to fine for a more powdery texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Heat your pan and add the eggs<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2120024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_1b.jpg?fit=700,1024\" alt=\"Close up shot of heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat; induction; marble surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2120032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_2b.jpg?fit=700,1024\" alt=\"Close shot of crack eggs into the skillet; season with salt and pepper; induction; marble surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Crack the eggs into the skillet, and then season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip: <\/em>Let the butter melt and sizzle before cracking your eggs so the bottoms of the eggs cook on contact. If you are worried about shards of eggshell or breaking the yolks, try breaking the eggs into a small bowl or ramekin so it&#8217;s easier to retrieve any shells, and then you can gently lay the eggs in the pan. Place a cookie cutter in the pan if you want an egg to cook in a particular shape\u2014it&#8217;s a great hack for making a perfectly round egg to top an English muffin or bagel for the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/breakfast-sandwiches\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/breakfast-sandwiches\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">breakfast sandwich<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Cover, wait and serve<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2120025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_3b.jpg?fit=700,1024\" alt=\"Close shot of cover; and reduce heat to medium-low; cook 2-3 minutes or until whites are fully set and yolks are runny; induction; marble surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for two to three minutes or until the whites set fully and the yolks are runny.<\/p>\n<p>Serve hot.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:\u00a0<\/em>Covering the pan is key. It keeps all the heat and moisture inside, cooking all sides of your eggs. After a few minutes, check if the whites are firm; remember, they will continue to cook as they cool. If you want your yolks slightly less runny, leave the eggs on the heat for an extra minute or two with the cover on and the yolks will begin to film over. If you use olive oil instead of butter, add a tablespoon of water before covering. Oils don&#8217;t have the same moisture as butter.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2120027\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_5b.jpg?fit=700,1024\" alt=\"Close shot of Sunny Side Up Eggs; Served hot on a palte with breads slices; and fork; marble surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to Store Sunny-Side Up Eggs<\/h2>\n<p>Sunny-side up fried eggs are best eaten hot out of the pan. If, for some odd reason, you need to save them, you can put them in the fridge in an airtight container, but the texture of the whites will turn rubbery and the yolks will be gooey\u2014maybe not in a good way. Sunny-side up eggs will last up to three days in the refrigerator. Reheat them in a pan with a bit of water.<\/p>\n<h2>Sunny-Side Up Egg Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2120030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_6b.jpg?fit=700,1024\" alt=\"Close up shot of Sunny Side Up Eggs; Served hot on a palte with breads slices; marble surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Should you use room-temperature eggs for sunny-side up eggs?<\/h3>\n<p>Using room-temperature eggs means your yolks won&#8217;t overcook as you wait for cold egg whites to warm up in the pan, so yes, if you are aiming for perfection, take them out of the fridge a few minutes before cooking. If you simply can&#8217;t wait, cold eggs will work just fine.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with sunny-side up eggs?<\/h3>\n<p>For a classic diner breakfast, pair fried eggs with buttery toast, breakfast sausage, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-bake-bacon\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqmEfnaf_six7YiNqcH_0SY70X1IZnUdCwtqvSI214DkEgBekuS\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-bake-bacon\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqmEfnaf_six7YiNqcH_0SY70X1IZnUdCwtqvSI214DkEgBekuS\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bacon<\/a>, crispy hash browns or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-best-pancake-recipes\/?srsltid=AfmBOooJeLWeUjjPHZTRuIyWWN8gygeHfzMfRsV5LIQLLE8EvL8WOiq_\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/our-best-pancake-recipes\/?srsltid=AfmBOooJeLWeUjjPHZTRuIyWWN8gygeHfzMfRsV5LIQLLE8EvL8WOiq_\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pancakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>How else can you use sunny-side up eggs?<\/h3>\n<p>Eggs sunny-side up aren&#8217;t just for breakfast and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/egg-topped-avocado-toast\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/egg-topped-avocado-toast\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">avocado toast<\/a>. Slide one onto a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gruyere-and-egg-burgers\/?srsltid=AfmBOop3QyNXAcRJJFex9adp0OFg_U6GGvKSg2D5zYI5yB63ehMAnTbm\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gruyere-and-egg-burgers\/?srsltid=AfmBOop3QyNXAcRJJFex9adp0OFg_U6GGvKSg2D5zYI5yB63ehMAnTbm\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gruyere and egg burger<\/a>, nestle it atop a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/stir-fry-rice-bowl\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/stir-fry-rice-bowl\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stir-fry rice bowl<\/a>\u00a0or let it crown a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/bacon-breakfast-pizza\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/bacon-breakfast-pizza\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">breakfast pizza<\/a>. The yolk creates a rich, velvety sauce for many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/dishes-with-an-egg-on-top\/?srsltid=AfmBOor-FgarvoMY4Igj_yFXKj80o6Bno6_nc-hYqJHXKFGs50Z0mZso\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/dishes-with-an-egg-on-top\/?srsltid=AfmBOor-FgarvoMY4Igj_yFXKj80o6Bno6_nc-hYqJHXKFGs50Z0mZso\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dishes with an egg on top<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>What are other ways to make sunny-side up eggs?<\/h3>\n<p>Beyond the stovetop, you can learn how to make eggs sunny-side up in the microwave or oven. The microwave is a quick option\u2014just heat a plate, coat it with butter or oil, crack an egg and cook it for less than a minute. The oven is great for batch-cooking\u2014simply grease a baking sheet or muffin tin, add your eggs and bake them until the whites are set. Both methods are easy and deliver perfectly cooked eggs with minimal effort!<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make perfect sunny-side up eggs with a few tips and tricks, like melting butter in a hot pan and covering it tightly for the perfect eggs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2119408,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304275,304287,304328,304993,304998,304338,307033,303966,305003,304988,303887,306848,305014,304347,305018,304268,304026,304197,304350,324623,304020,304005,304150,303883,305031],"categories-v2":[308295,308300,308984,308481,308940,308945,308992,310079,308495,308949,308935,308478,309603,308957,308998,308959,259483,308606,339209,309001,309177,308594,308549,309434,308476,308975],"coauthors":[343320],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Breakfast Egg Muffins","post_link":"\/recipes\/scrambled-egg-muffins\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Scrambled-Egg-Muffins_EXPS_FT23_9635_EC_121323_4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Old-Fashioned Egg Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/old-fashioned-egg-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Old-Fashioned-Egg-Salad_EXPS_FT24_1035_EC_0924_3_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Scrambled Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/scrambled-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Scrambled-Eggs_EXPS_FT24_277749_EC_0814_3.jpg"},{"post_title":"47 Breakfast Ideas for People Who Don't Like Eggs","post_link":"\/collection\/breakfast-ideas-for-people-who-dont-like-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Latkes-with-Lox_EXPS_BMZ19_123736_E11_30_7b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Country-Style Scrambled Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/country-style-scrambled-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Country-Style-Scrambled-Eggs_EXPS_CIMZ17_1651_C07_11_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Sheet-Pan Eggs and Bacon Breakfast","post_link":"\/recipes\/sheet-pan-eggs-and-bacon-breakfast\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Sheet-Pan-Bacon-and-Eggs-Breakfast_EXPS_TOHESCODR20_236180_B02_19_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Creamy Baked Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/creamy-baked-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Creamy-Baked-Eggs_EXPS_CIMZS20_137912_B12_18_6b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Over-Easy Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/over-easy-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Over-Easy-Eggs_EXPS_TOHcom25_278839_MD_P2_02_06_5b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Open-Faced Egg Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/open-faced-egg-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Open-Faced-Egg-Sandwiches_EXPS_CF219_61864_B12_18_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-easter-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Easter-Eggs_EXPS_CWFM19_42493_E01_09_1b-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mom's Fluffy Scrambled Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/mom-s-fluffy-scrambled-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/0001\/01\/Mom-s-Fluffy-Scrambled-Eggs_EXPS_TOHDJ20_199564_B08_06_2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Sunny-Side-Up Pizza","post_link":"\/recipes\/sunny-side-up-pizza\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Sunny-Side-Up-Pizza_EXPS_BMZ17_14949_C09_29_6b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Breakfast Eggs in Foil Bowls","post_link":"\/recipes\/breakfast-eggs-in-foil-bowls\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps40603_SD1440068D41_WEB.jpg"},{"post_title":"Egg and Tomato Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/egg-and-tomato-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps2059_TH0543C16B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Breakfast Biscuits 'n' Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/breakfast-biscuits-n-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps23287_SD1785596D43B_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Sunday Brunch Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/sunday-brunch-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps9900_QC2454C31A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate-Covered Eggs","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-covered-eggs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Covered-Eggs_exps26375_HCA1864839B02_17_6bC_RMS.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs_EXPS_TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_4b.jpg","long_pin_file":{"ID":2120023,"id":2120023,"title":"Sunny Side Up Eggs Long Pin Tohcom25 278841 Md P2 02 06 4b","filename":"Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-Long-Pin-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_4b.jpg","filesize":1161533,"url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sunny-Side-Up-Eggs-Long-Pin-TOHcom25_278841_MD_P2_02_06_4b.jpg","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?attachment_id=2120023","alt":"Top view shot of Sunny Side Up Eggs; 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From their gleaming yellow yolks to their perfectly set whites, sunny-side up eggs are a deceptively simple yet endlessly versatile masterpiece.","recipeIngredient":["1 tablespoon butter","4 large eggs","1\/4 teaspoon salt","1\/8 teaspoon pepper"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Heat your pan and add the eggs","text":"Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet, and then season with salt and pepper. Editor's Tip: Let the butter melt and sizzle before cracking your eggs so the bottoms of the eggs cook on contact. If you are worried about shards of eggshell or breaking the yolks, try breaking the eggs into a small bowl or ramekin so it's easier to retrieve any shells, and then you can gently lay the eggs in the pan. 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