Description
This Air Fryer Egg and Cheese Toast is a quick and delicious breakfast option featuring perfectly cooked eggs nestled in buttered bread slices, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 13 minutes, it’s a satisfying and savory start to your day with a crispy texture and creamy yolk, easily customizable with your favorite cheeses and herbs.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the toast slices.
- Prepare the Bread: Lightly butter one side of each bread slice. Place them butter-side down in the air fryer basket. Using a spoon, gently press the center of each slice to create a shallow well to hold the egg.
- Add the Eggs: Carefully crack one egg into the center well of each bread slice, ensuring the yolk stays intact and centered.
- Add Cheese and Seasoning: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese around the edges of the egg on each piece of bread, avoiding covering the yolk. Season with salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, checking for the egg whites to be set and yolk cooked to your preferred doneness. Adjust time for runnier or firmer yolks as desired.
- Serve and Garnish: Carefully remove the toast with a spatula to avoid breaking. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if you like and serve warm.
Notes
- Use thicker bread slices to better hold the egg and avoid sogginess.
- For a runnier yolk, reduce the cooking time slightly; for a firmer yolk, add 1–2 extra minutes.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as mozzarella, Swiss, or pepper jack for variety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
