Air fryer egg and toast cups came from a morning when I wanted something more fun than plain toast and eggs but just as easy. My first attempt looked great but the bread stayed too soft and didn’t hold its shape. After testing this three ways, I discovered that pressing the bread firmly into the cups and pre-toasting slightly made all the difference. The first few attempts were close, but adjusting the cook time finally gave me crisp edges with a perfectly set egg center.
Air Fryer Egg and Toast Cups – Crispy & Savory in 10 Minutes
Toast cups filled with eggs and baked in the air fryer until crispy on the outside and perfectly set inside.
Equipment
- Air Fryer (6-quart recommended)
- Silicone muffin cups or ramekins
- Rolling Pin
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheese optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped herbs optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
- Trim the crusts from the bread slices.
- Flatten each slice using a rolling pin.
- Spread butter lightly on both sides of the bread.
- Press each slice into a muffin cup or ramekin to form a cup shape.
- Place the bread cups in the air fryer.
- Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 2 minutes to lightly toast.
- Crack one egg into each bread cup.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add cheese if using.
- Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 6–8 minutes.
- Check that egg whites are set and yolks are cooked to your preference.
- Look for golden, crisp edges on the bread.
- Remove carefully using tongs.
- Garnish with herbs before serving.
Notes
- Use soft bread to easily shape into cups without tearing.
- Press firmly into molds so the cups hold their shape while cooking.
- Air fryer models vary, so check eggs around 6 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- Reheat at 320°F (160°C) for 2–3 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg
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CONCLUSION
These air fryer egg and toast cups are one of my favorite quick breakfasts when I want something simple but a little more fun than usual. The crispy toast and soft egg center make them perfect for busy mornings or easy brunch plates.