Air Fryer Poached Eggs on toast

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Two small ramekins or oven-safe bowls
• Toaster or skillet
• Spoon
• Nonstick spray

Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 4 tablespoons water
• Cooking spray or light oil

• 2 slices sourdough, whole wheat, or artisan bread
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Cracked black pepper
• Red chili flakes
• Sliced avocado
• Grated parmesan cheese
• Smoked salmon
• Baby spinach
• Microgreens

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the ramekins

1. Spray two ramekins lightly with cooking spray or brush with a small amount of oil.
2. Pour 2 tablespoons of water into each ramekin.
3. Crack one egg into each bowl.
4. Be careful not to break the yolk.

Step 2: Preheat the air fryer

1. Set the air fryer temperature to:
2. Temperature: 350°F (175°C)
3. Allow it to preheat for approximately 2–3 minutes.
4. Intensity Level: Medium Heat
5. Preheating helps create consistent cooking conditions.

Step 3: Air fry the eggs

1. Carefully place ramekins into the air fryer basket.
2. Cook:
3. Temperature: 350°F (175°C)
4. Time: 6–8 minutes
5. Intensity: Medium
6. Cooking guide:
7. 6 minutes: runnier yolk
8. 7 minutes: soft center
9. 8 minutes: firmer yolk
10. Because every air fryer differs slightly, monitor closely during your first attempt.

Step 4: Toast the bread

1. While eggs cook, prepare your toast.
2. Toast bread slices in a toaster or skillet until golden brown.
3. Cooking details:
4. Time: 2–3 minutes
5. Intensity: Medium-high
6. Spread butter over warm toast if desired.

Step 5: Assemble

1. Carefully remove ramekins from the air fryer.
2. Run a spoon around the edge to loosen eggs.
3. Slide each poached egg onto toast.
4. Top with:
5. Black pepper
6. Fresh herbs
7. Chili flakes
8. Avocado
9. Parmesan
10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 220 · Protein: 11g · Fat: 11g · Carbohydrates: 18g · Saturated Fat: 3g · Fiber: 2g · Sugar: 2g · Sodium: 270mg