Gyeran bbang (계란빵) is one of those Korean street foods that looks almost too simple to be special: a soft, lightly sweet bread with a whole egg baked right into the middle. But when it comes out warm, the edges are golden and buttery while the egg sits snugly in the center, it makes perfect sense why this snack is so popular.
The batter is closer to a tender pancake or muffin batter than a yeasted bread, so there’s no waiting around for dough to rise. I like keeping the base fairly simple, then adding a little cheese or parsley when I want something more savory.
The biggest trick is the pan. Keep the batter low enough to leave room for the egg, and use small-to-medium eggs in a standard muffin tin. Several of the supplied recipes specifically flag large eggs and overfilled cups as the easiest ways to end up with overflowing batter.
Gyeran Bbang (Korean Egg Bread)
Soft, lightly sweet Korean street-style egg bread baked in individual muffin cups with a whole egg in the center. The bread turns fluffy and golden while the egg cooks into a rich, satisfying topping.
Prep 10 min
Cook 25 min
Cuisine Korean
Yield
6 servings
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Instructions
Heat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Generously grease six standard muffin cups, paying extra attention to the sides and bottom because the baked egg can stick.
Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the batter egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and evenly combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk just until you have a smooth, thick batter. Don't keep beating it once the flour disappears; overmixing can make the bread heavier.
Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each only about one-third full. This leaves enough room for the egg and prevents the batter from climbing over the edges as it puffs.
Crack one small-to-medium egg into each cup. If the egg white looks like it will overflow the cavity, remove a little of the white before adding it. Sprinkle each egg with a small pinch of salt and add cheese or parsley if using.
Carefully prick the center of each yolk once with a toothpick. This small step helps release trapped steam and reduces the chance of the yolk bursting while baking.
Bake for about , until the bread is puffed and golden around the edges and the batter is fully set. For a softer egg, start checking around ; bake longer if you prefer the yolk completely firm. The supplied recipes range from roughly depending on pan size and desired egg doneness.
Let the egg breads sit in the pan for about . Run a thin spatula or plastic knife gently around the edges, then lift them out and serve warm.
Notes & Variations
Use smaller eggs: Standard muffin cups don't have much headroom. Small or medium eggs are much easier to fit without overflowing; this is a recurring point across the supplied recipes.
Don't overfill the batter: One-third full works well for a standard muffin tin. More batter can push over the sides once the bread puffs and the egg is added.
Change the toppings: Mozzarella, cheddar, bacon, ham, parsley, chives, and black pepper all appear as variations across the supplied recipes. Keep the base plain if you want the simple street-snack version.
For leftovers: Gyeran bbang is best warm from the oven, but leftovers can be refrigerated in a sealed container and reheated gently. The supplied My Korean Kitchen recipe recommends keeping leftovers for no more than about 24 hours.
Nutrition (approx., per serving): Calories: 305 · Protein: 10g · Carbs: 39g · Fat: 16g · Saturated fat: 9g · Cholesterol: 255mg · Sodium: 250mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 12g Estimated values based on the ingredients used; actual nutrition may vary.
FAQ
Can I use large eggs for gyeran bbang?
Small-to-medium eggs work best in a standard muffin pan, especially because the cups don't leave much room for expansion. Large eggs can fit, but you may need to remove a little egg white first. Extra-large eggs are particularly likely to overflow the batter and make a mess in the oven.
Why does my Korean egg bread overflow?
Gyeran bbang usually overflows when the muffin cups are filled too high before the egg is added. Keep the batter around one-third full in a standard muffin tin, then add the egg carefully. The bread puffs as it bakes, so that extra space is important rather than wasted room.
Do I need to poke the egg yolk before baking gyeran bbang?
Yes, gently pricking the yolk once is a useful precaution when baking whole eggs. The supplied Beyond Kimchee recipe specifically recommends piercing each yolk with a toothpick to prevent steam from building up inside it during baking.
How do I store leftover gyeran bbang?
Refrigerate leftover egg bread in a well-sealed container and reheat it gently before serving. It tastes noticeably better fresh, but the supplied My Korean Kitchen recipe says leftovers can be refrigerated and microwaved the following day, preferably within 24 hours.
Can I make gyeran bbang without a muffin pan?
Yes. Mini loaf pans, ramekins, and baking cups are all supported by the supplied recipes, although the amount of batter and number of eggs will change with the size of the bakeware. Mini loaf pans give the bread more room and make it easier to keep the egg from crowding the batter.
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Jiwon Kim is a home cook from Seoul who studied Food Science and Nutrition. She writes approachable home-style recipes — Korean rice, soup, banchan, and fermented staples, plus favorite dishes from across Asia — explained simply for cooks outside Korea.
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