Description
This Air Fryer Cheesy Egg Toast is a quick and delicious breakfast recipe featuring toasted bread topped with melted cheddar cheese and a perfectly cooked egg. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect combination of creamy, cheesy goodness and rich egg flavor, all made effortlessly in an air fryer for a crispy, satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 slices bread (white, whole wheat, or your choice)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for cooking your cheesy egg toast.
- Butter Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice; this will help create a golden, crispy texture.
- Prepare Bread: Place the bread slices butter-side down on a clean surface to assemble the toast.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over each buttered bread slice to create a cheesy base.
- Create Egg Wells: Make a small well or indentation in the center of the cheese on each slice and carefully crack one egg into each well.
- Season Eggs: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the eggs to taste for added flavor.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Gently place the prepared bread slices with eggs into the air fryer basket, ensuring they lay flat.
- Cook Toast: Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until the egg whites are fully set and the cheese has melted and become bubbly.
- Garnish: Carefully remove the cheesy egg toast from the air fryer and sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley if desired for a fresh finish.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your delicious, cheesy egg toast.
Notes
- Use any bread you prefer; whole wheat adds extra fiber and nutrients compared to white bread.
- For runnier yolks, reduce air frying time slightly and check eggs at the 7-minute mark.
- Butter can be substituted with olive oil or a dairy-free spread if needed.
- Chives or parsley add freshness and color but are optional.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, ensure your cheese is made with vegetarian rennet.
