air fryer eggs
Air fryer eggs are a quick and easy way to prepare perfectly cooked eggs with minimal effort. Whether you want hard-boiled, soft-boiled, or scrambled eggs, the air fryer delivers delicious results every time. This recipe serves one person, making it ideal for a quick breakfast or snack.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl for scrambled eggs
- 1 whisk or fork for scrambled eggs
- 1 salt shaker optional, for seasoning
- 1 tongs or fork for handling eggs
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon olive oil For scrambled eggs.
- to taste salt Optional, for seasoning.
- to taste pepper Optional, for seasoning.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 270°F (130°C) for about 3 minutes.
- For hard-boiled or soft-boiled eggs: Carefully place the eggs directly into the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes for hard-boiled eggs or 8 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. Adjust time based on desired doneness.
- For scrambled eggs: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour the scrambled egg mixture into a small oven-safe dish or ramekin that fits in your air fryer basket.
- Place the dish in the air fryer and cook at 270°F (130°C) for 7-8 minutes, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Once the cooking time is complete, use tongs or a fork to carefully remove the eggs from the air fryer. Let them cool for a minute before serving.
- Be cautious when handling hot eggs or dishes; they will be hot after cooking.
Notes
For perfectly cooked eggs, it's important not to overcrowd the air fryer. If you're making multiple servings, you may need to cook in batches.
Experiment with different spices or cheese to customize your scrambled eggs.
Be cautious when handling hot eggs or dishes; they will be hot after cooking.