Moons Over My Hammy (Denny’s Copycat Breakfast Recipe)
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Moons Over My Hammy is an irresistible breakfast sandwich on the Denny’s™menu. With layers of juicy ham, fluffy, buttery eggs, and lots of ooey-gooey cheesiness between perfectly toasted bread, it’s a clear winner for weekend brunch!! A must make in terms of breakfast sandwiches!
Do you like to enjoy a hearty breakfast on the weekends, but hate the long wait at your favorite diners and restaurants?
If so, this copycat Dennys breakfast sandwich is going to be your new favorite! It’s the perfect replica of Denny, with all the same flavors.
Make this easy clone recipe today in your own kitchen instead of traveling to a Denny’s restaurant!
I love this easy hammy recipe. It’s amazing how much this copycat recipe is spot on – which is probably why I crave this hammy sandwich all the time.
The slices of ham on top of the eggs, paired with the soft bread slices, bring the flavors of America’s diner right in your own home. It’s like an upgraded egg sandwich and I’m here for it!
Not only does this taste like the real thing, but this hammy breakfast sandwich also is loaded with simple ingredients.
You can easily make this a big meal to kick off the day by pairing with spicy sausage, fruit salad, or golden brown hash browns!
Moons Over My Hammy
This is a breakfast to be reckoned with! All you need are a couple of simple sides, and you have a restaurant-style dish, made your way, and in only 30 minutes!
It’s a protein-packed way to start your day, that’s for sure!
I don’t want to say I’ve mastered breakfast foods, but I make them well.
Just take a look at my homemade everything bagels, cheese and sausage breakfast sliders, and freezer breakfast burritos!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Sourdough Bread – This dense bread holds up well to all of the heavy ingredients we’re laying on.
The slices of sourdough bread are a bit thicker, in my opinion, and do well with the ingredients.
But if you prefer something else, that’s fine, too! Just nothing too thin or flimsy. I think Texas Toast would be a great choice!
You should be fine with any slice of bread that you choose for this ham, egg, and cheese sandwich.
- Swiss Cheese and American Cheese – Yep, we’re going double cheese!
The original Dennys breakfast sandwich includes Swiss and American, but any cheese will do. Pepperjack would be delicious!
I think that cheddar cheese would also be a great choice! - Deli Ham – Thinly sliced, please – it’s easiest to build the sandwich that way! If ham isn’t your jam, then deli turkey or chicken are great options.
You can also omit the meat entirely if you prefer a meatless breakfast. Meat products aren’t required to make this copycat Denny’s moons recipe!
Moon Over My Hammy Variations
- Egg Extras – I don’t add any milk or cream to my scrambled eggs, but you can. Some great scrambled egg add-ins are diced bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
- Condiments – A little mayo goes a long way in adding moisture to the moons over my hammy.
Maybe mix a little sriracha in there for a kick of heat. If you swear by ketchup on your eggs, go for it. - Add some crunch. Personally, I love a little texture in my egg sandwiches! You could make bacon in the air fryer or crispy hashbrowns to add to yours!
- Stack it high! At the restaurant, the Denny’s breakfast sandwich has an option to double up the meat, eggs and cheese. Well, you can make yours that way, too!
Storing and Reheating Leftovers
This sandwich tastes the best when it’s freshly made. The bread will soak up moisture from the eggs and ham pretty quickly..
But if you want to make things ahead, you could scramble the eggs and hold them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
That’s about the extent of the prep-ahead possibilities for a homemade Moons Over My Hammy.
If you do have leftovers of your fried and assembled breakfast sandwich, they’ll keep for up to 3 days in the fridge.
To reheat, pop them on a sheet pan under your oven broiler for a few minutes, until the cheese melts and the bread toasts once more.
Moons Over My Hammy FAQ
The Dennys breakfast sandwich, Moons Over My Hammy was inspired by the 1940s Moon Over Miami song, made famous in the film “Moon Over Miami ” – go figure! (Moon Over Miami –> eggs over ham –> moons over my hammy. Get it?)
The sandwich has been a staple on the Denny’s menu since the 1990s.
The Dennys grilled ham is a little sweet and very savory. Honey ham is a great choice! If you prefer less sweetness, then try black forest ham.
Enjoy!
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Moons Over My Hammy (Denny’s Copycat Breakfast Recipe)
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, softened and divided
- 8 large eggs
- 8 slices sourdough bread or artisan bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese, (about 4 ounces)
- 4 slices American cheese, (about 4 ounces)
- 16 slices thin deli ham, (about 8 ounces)
Instructions
- COOK EGGS: Melt 1 tablespoon salted butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. In a bowl, whisk 8 large eggs until well combined. Pour eggs into the skillet and cook over medium-low heat, gently stirring with a silicone spatula to bring cooked eggs from the edges toward the center. Cook until the eggs are softly scrambled and no liquid egg remains, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- BUTTER BREAD: Spread the remaining 4 tablespoons salted butter evenly over one side of each of the 8 slices sourdough bread.
- TOAST BREAD: Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the bread slices buttered side down in the skillet.
- ADD CHEESE AND HAM: On 4 slices of bread, place 1 slice Swiss cheese and top each with 4 slices thin deli ham. On the remaining 4 slices of bread, place 1 slice American cheese.
- MELT AND TOAST: Cook the bread until golden brown and toasted, about 2 to 3 minutes. The cheese should be melted and the ham warmed through.
- ADD EGGS: Divide the scrambled eggs evenly among the slices topped with American cheese.
- ASSEMBLE SANDWICHES: Place the ham and Swiss halves on top of the egg halves to form 4 sandwiches. Serve with the eggs on top and the ham on the bottom, just like the diner classic.
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published October 2022, updated and republished November 2024
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I’ve tried several of your breakfast recipes, and they’ve all been amazing. This one is my favorite by far!
To get the real Moons Over My Hammy taste, you need to use Kraft Singles Swiss and Kraft Singles American Cheese. Real Swiss will “sweat” too much and makes the sandwich too runny. The Swiss should be on the ham side and the American on the egg side.
Looks tasty!
Donna and Chad always deliver fantastic recipes, and this one is no exception. Moons Over My Hammy is a breakfast favorite, and Donna’s copycat version is simply delicious!
Hi Madison!!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the recipe.
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
I’m a huge fan of The Slow Roasted Italian, and Donna’s Moons Over My Hammy recipe was a breeze to make. It tastes just like the one from the restaurant. Kudos, Donna!
Hi David!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the recipe!!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn