This Egg and Cheese Toast in the Air Fryer is crispy, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make! With golden toast, perfectly cooked eggs, and melted cheese, it’s the ultimate quick breakfast, lunch, or snack.
🕒 Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Difficulty: Easy
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 slices thick bread (Texas toast, sourdough, or sandwich bread)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Bacon bits
- Green onions
- Hot sauce
- Avocado
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
🔪 Equipment Needed
- Air fryer
- Spoon
- Small bowl
- Spatula
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread
- Spread softened butter lightly on both slices of bread.
- Using the back of a spoon, press down the center of each slice to create a shallow well for the egg.
Step 2: Add the Egg
- Place bread slices into the air fryer basket.
- Carefully crack one egg into the center of each slice.
If your eggs are large, crack them into a bowl first and pour slowly to avoid overflow.
Step 3: Season & Add Cheese
- Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Top with shredded cheese around the egg.
Step 4: Air Fry
- Air fry at 340°F (170°C) for 8–10 minutes.
Cooking time depends on how runny or firm you like the yolk:
- 8 minutes = soft yolk
- 10 minutes = firmer yolk
Step 5: Serve
Carefully remove from the air fryer and add optional toppings.
Serve hot and crispy.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair with:
- Fresh fruit
- Hash browns
- Breakfast sausage
- Smoothies
- Salad
- Tomato slices
💡 Tips for Best Results
Use Thick Bread
Thin bread may become soggy from the egg.
Don’t Overcrowd
Leave space around each slice for airflow.
Preheat the Air Fryer
This helps toast crisp evenly.
Watch Closely Near the End
Eggs cook quickly in air fryers.
🔄 Variations
Bacon Egg Toast
Add cooked bacon before air frying.
Pizza Style
Use mozzarella and pepperoni with Italian seasoning.
Spicy Version
Add jalapeños or chili flakes.
Breakfast Deluxe
Top with avocado and hot sauce after cooking.
🥶 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored up to 1 day.
Reheating
Air fry at 320°F for 2–3 minutes.
❓ FAQs
Can I use bagels instead of bread?
Yes! Bagel halves work wonderfully.
What cheese melts best?
Cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Colby Jack all melt well.
Can I make this with egg whites?
Yes, though the texture will be slightly different.
Why did my egg spill over?
Your bread well may not have been deep enough or the egg was too large.
⚖️ Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fat: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
🌟 Optional Add-Ons
Try topping with:
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil
- Salsa
- Garlic butter
- Turkey bacon
- Everything bagel seasoning