Give Breakfast Sandwiches Extra Flavor With This Little Debbie Trick

With the right balance of protein and carbs, a hot breakfast sandwich can be the perfect portable start to the day. A foundation of eggs and veggies makes a typical and tasty filling, but it isn't the only part of your sammie that you can play around with when flavor fatigue strikes. Consider elevating your breakfast sandwiches by swapping the English muffin, bagel, or croissant for a Little Debbie Honey Bun.

These fluffy rounds of baked dough feature a soft middle, a sugary glaze, and a hint of cinnamon. Plus, they are shelf-stable in their individually wrapped packages. To turn them into a breakfast sandwich, all you need to do is split them in half and pile your favorite savory fillings — such as eggs, sausage, cheese, or bacon — onto the bottom before placing the lid on top. Of course, feel free to experiment with additions like creamy avocado, fresh spinach, hearty refried beans, or a dash of hot sauce. Whatever you select, the key is to create a contrast between the savory filling and the sweetness of the Honey Bun. It's this interplay between the salty and sweet that gives the brain a hit of dopamine. Pair your Honey Bun sandwich with a cup of coffee and you'll get a kick from the caffeine, too.

Little Debbie recommends warming Honey Buns in the microwave to soften up their doughy interior and encourage the glaze to become gooey. However, it can be tricky to split a hot bun in half neatly before adding your breakfast fillings. It's wiser to stuff your Honey Bun with the eggs and sausage first first before placing the entire sandwich onto a hot skillet with a slick of butter. This technique allows the pastry to heat through and causes the sugars on the surface to slightly caramelize, producing a sandwich that has oodles of texture, aroma, and flavor. For extra sweetness, dust the top with powdered sugar.

Little Debbie also carries glazed donut sticks, which are designed for dunking into a cup of coffee. However, they can also easily moonlight as the bread component of your next breakfast sandwich, as their oblong shape makes them perfect for accommodating strips of bacon or an omelet. Swapping out the bread for a donut in a breakfast sandwich creates a distinct sweet and savory flavor combo where the glazed coating is balanced with the meaty filling. You can also use other sweet breakfast items, like pancakes, to make a breakfast that mimics the taste and texture of a McDonald's McGriddle.