A quick, no-mess way to make perfectly cooked fried eggs using your air fryer—no stovetop needed!
⏱️ Time & Yield
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Prep: 2 minutes
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Cook: 4–7 minutes
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Servings: 1 egg (easily scale)
🛒 Ingredients
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1 large egg
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Cooking spray or ½ tsp butter/oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
Optional
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Chili flakes
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Everything bagel seasoning
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Shredded cheese
🔧 Equipment
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Air fryer
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Small ramekin or oven-safe dish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat (optional but helpful)
Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes.
2️⃣ Prep dish
Lightly grease a ramekin or small oven-safe dish.
3️⃣ Crack the egg
Crack egg into the greased dish carefully.
4️⃣ Air fry
Cook at 350°F (175°C):
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4–5 minutes → runny yolk
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6 minutes → medium yolk
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7–8 minutes → firm yolk
(Air fryers vary—check at 4 minutes first.)
5️⃣ Season & serve
Sprinkle salt and pepper and enjoy.
🔢 Nutrition (1 large egg)
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Calories: ~70
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Protein: 6 g
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Fat: 5 g
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Carbs: 0 g
🔷 WW Points
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All plans: 0 points (egg only)
(Add points if using butter, oil, or cheese.)
💡 Pro Tips
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Use a shallow ramekin for best “fried egg” look
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Spray well to prevent sticking
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For crispy edges, add a tiny bit of butter
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Don’t overcrowd air fryer basket
❗ Troubleshooting
Egg rubbery?
→ Cooked too long or temp too high.
White undercooked?
→ Add 30–60 seconds more.
Egg sticks?
→ Use more spray or parchment liner.