🥚 Air Fryer Poached Eggs Recipe
A Perfect Breakfast Delight
⭐️ Ingredients:
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2 large eggs (or more, depending on your servings)
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Cooking spray or oil (for greasing ramekins)
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2–3 tablespoons of water (per ramekin)
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Salt and pepper (to taste)
🛠 Equipment:
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Air fryer
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Ramekins or small heat-safe bowls (1 per egg)
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Tongs (to remove hot ramekins safely)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prep the Ramekins
Spray each ramekin lightly with cooking spray or coat with a bit of oil to prevent sticking.
2. Add Water
Pour about 2–3 tablespoons of water into each ramekin.
3. Crack the Eggs
Carefully crack one egg into each ramekin. Make sure the yolk stays intact.
4. Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 340°F (170°C) for 3 minutes.
5. Air Fry the Eggs
Place the ramekins gently into the air fryer basket. Air fry at 340°F (170°C) for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on how runny you like your yolk:
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5 minutes: runny yolk
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6 minutes: slightly jammy
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7 minutes: mostly set yolk
6. Remove and Serve
Carefully remove ramekins using tongs or oven mitts. Let sit for 1 minute.
Use a spoon to gently lift the poached egg out of the water and drain any excess.
🍽 Serving Ideas:
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Serve over toasted English muffins with avocado.
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Top with hollandaise sauce for a quick Eggs Benedict.
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Add to grain bowls, salads, or noodles.
❓ Q&A: Air Fryer Poached Eggs
🔸 Can I use silicone molds instead of ramekins?
Yes! Heat-safe silicone muffin cups work well. Just ensure they’re stable and don’t tip inside your air fryer.
🔸 Why do I need water in the ramekin?
The water creates a gentle steaming environment that poaches the egg—like traditional poaching but inside the air fryer.
🔸 My eggs are overcooked. What should I do?
Reduce the time by 1–2 minutes. Every air fryer model is slightly different. Start with 5 minutes and test for your preferred yolk texture.
🔸 Can I poach multiple eggs at once?
Yes, as long as they are in separate ramekins and your air fryer basket can hold them all without overcrowding.
🔸 Do I need to cover the ramekins?
No, covering is not necessary. The air fryer circulates hot air evenly. However, if you’re finding the tops dry out, you can lightly cover with foil.
🧼 Cleanup Tip:
Discard the remaining water after cooking and wash ramekins with warm soapy water. If any egg stuck, soak first.