Description
Air Fryer Egg and Cheese Toast is the perfect choice for a quick and healthy breakfast. This easy recipe delivers crispy toast with a perfectly cooked egg and melted cheese, all made in just minutes using your air fryer. Ideal for busy mornings, it’s flavorful, nutritious, and fully customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
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For the Toast:
- 2 slices of bread (whole grain or your preferred bread)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices of cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or any cheese of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for spreading on the bread)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare the Toast: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place buttered sides facing up in the air fryer basket.
- Add the Cheese: Place a slice of cheese on each slice of bread.
- Crack the Eggs: Crack an egg onto each slice of bread. Be careful not to break the yolk.
- Air Fry the Toast: Place the bread slices with eggs into the air fryer and cook for 6-8 minutes, until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy, cheesy toast with a perfectly cooked egg.
Notes
- Customization: Top with sautéed spinach, tomatoes, or mushrooms for added nutrition.
- Cheese Variations: Use gouda, Swiss, or feta for different flavors.
- Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes, hot sauce, or jalapeños for some heat.
- Different Bread: Try gluten-free bread, sourdough, or even a bagel for texture variation.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 215mg