AIR FRYER TOAST AND EGGS

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🍳 Air Fryer Toast and Eggs (Egg in a Hole)

Also called “Egg in a Basket” or “Toad in the Hole,” this recipe uses just a few ingredients and cooks entirely in the air fryer!

🔹 Servings: 1

🔹 Prep Time: 5 minutes

🔹 Cook Time: 6–8 minutes

🔹 Total Time: ~10 minutes

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 slice of bread (any kind: white, wheat, sourdough, etc.)

  • 1 large egg

  • Butter or olive oil (optional, for spreading)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, cooked bacon bits, chopped herbs, avocado slices, hot sauce

🛠️ Equipment

  • Air fryer

  • 2-inch round cutter or glass (to make a hole in the bread)

  • Silicone liner or parchment (optional but helpful)

🍽️ Instructions

1. Prep the Bread

  • Use a round cutter, shot glass, or knife to cut a hole in the center of the bread slice.

  • Lightly butter one or both sides of the bread for flavor and crispiness (optional).

  • Place bread slice (and the cutout, if you like) into the air fryer basket.

2. Crack the Egg

  • Carefully crack 1 egg into the hole in the bread.

  • Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.

✅ Tip: If your bread has a small hole or high edges, press it down slightly before adding the egg so the white doesn’t overflow.

3. Air Fry

  • Air fry at 370°F (188°C) for 6–8 minutes, depending on how runny or firm you want your yolk:

    • 6 minutes = runny yolk

    • 7 minutes = soft-set

    • 8 minutes = fully cooked yolk

⚠️ All air fryers vary slightly, so check it at 6 minutes for doneness.

4. Serve

  • Remove carefully with a spatula.

  • Add toppings if desired: shredded cheese, bacon, herbs, avocado, etc.

🧀 Optional Add-ons:

  • Sprinkle cheese on top of the egg halfway through cooking

  • Add a side of air-fried bacon or sausage

  • Serve with a slice of fruit or smoothie for a full breakfast

❓ Q&A Section

🔸 Q: Can I make more than one at a time?

A: Yes! Most air fryers can fit 2 slices side by side. Just don’t overcrowd the basket.

🔸 Q: Can I use gluten-free bread?

A: Absolutely. Use any bread you like—just note that thinner slices may cook faster or get crispier.

🔸 Q: What if the egg spills over the side?

A: To prevent overflow:

  • Use thicker bread (like Texas toast or sourdough)

  • Press the center of the bread flat to create a shallow well

  • Crack the egg into a small bowl first, then pour slowly into the hole

🔸 Q: Can I make the toast without cutting a hole?

A: Yes! You can:

  • Crack the egg directly on top of the bread (it will spread out more)

  • Or air fry the egg and toast separately and assemble after

🔸 Q: Can I add veggies or meat to this?

A: Definitely. Add small amounts of:

  • Chopped bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms (lightly sautéed or raw)

  • Pre-cooked bacon, ham, or sausage crumbles
    Sprinkle them around or under the egg for extra flavor.

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