Preheat oven to 200°C (fan 180°C)/Gas Mark 6
Bring water to the boil, gently lower in the eggs, and boil for 6–7 minutes
Transfer to cold water for 5–10 minutes to stop cooking and make peeling easier
Cut bacon into tiny pieces (scissors work well) and add to a cold pan
Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly crispy.
Place on kitchen towel to absorb excess fat and to cool
Mix bacon bits with sausage meat, parsley, and cheese until evenly combined
Divide sausage meat into 6 equal portions, sprinkle flour roll into balls then flatten into a disc shape, turning over & dusting with flour
Place a peeled egg in the centre of each disc. Fold meat around the egg & seal (pinch any tears).
Roll into smooth egg shapes
Coat each egg in flour, roll in beaten egg, cover in breadcrumbs
Place on a lined baking tray
Bake for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway or Air fry 180c for 8-10 mins spray with oil flip/spray and cook for a further 8-10mins approx (check until crispy)
If the coating looks too dry when baking, lightly spray with olive oil.
Transfer to a wire rack.