Description
This Air Fryer Egg and Cheese Toast is the perfect quick breakfast golden, crispy, cheesy, and ready in under 10 minutes. With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, it’s an easy air fryer breakfast idea that’s both satisfying and versatile. Whether you like your eggs runny or fully set, this dish delivers a delicious balance of crunch, creaminess, and flavor every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of thick bread (sourdough or sandwich bread)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped chives, parsley, or chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly butter bread slices and place them on a flat surface.
- Press the center of each slice with a spoon to create a shallow well.
- Sprinkle a bit of cheese around the edges.
- Crack one egg into each toast’s center.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Carefully transfer slices to the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6–8 minutes for runny yolk or 8–10 minutes for a firmer egg.
- Remove with a spatula and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the toast edges with garlic butter before air frying. Use thick bread to prevent sogginess and adjust cook time based on your preferred yolk consistency. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 325°F for 2–3 minutes for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 190mg