Easy Air Fryer Poached Eggs: Fast, High-Protein Breakfast

Discover the ultimate way to make perfectly poached eggs in your air fryer! Quick, healthy, and mess-free, this simple recipe takes only 9 minutes. Ideal for busy mornings or nutritious breakfast lovers in the UK & US. Air Fryer Poached Eggs

Equipment

• Air Fryer: Circulates precise hot air to steam and gently poach eggs quickly.
• Silicone or Ceramic Ramekins: Heat-safe individual cups that hold water and keep the egg intact during cooking.
• Silicone Tongs: Allows you to safely lift hot ramekins out of the air fryer basket without burning your hands.

Ingredients

• Large Eggs: 2 fresh eggs (Note: Use cold, fresh eggs for firmer whites that hold their shape better)
• Water: 4 tbsp total (2 tbsp per ramekin to steam and gentle-poach the egg)
• Cooking Spray or Oil: Light olive oil or avocado oil spray (Note: Lightly coating the ramekin prevents whites from sticking)
• Salt & Black Pepper: To taste
• Optional Garnish: Fresh chives or everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Prep the Ramekins: Lightly spray two heat-safe silicone or ceramic ramekins with non-stick cooking spray, then pour 2 tablespoons of warm water into each cup.
2. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and let it preheat for 3 minutes to ensure steady thermal circulation.
3. Add the Eggs: Carefully crack one fresh egg into each water-filled ramekin, ensuring the yolk remains whole and submerged in the liquid base.
4. Air Fry to Perfection: Place ramekins inside the air fryer basket; cook at 360°F (182°C) for 5 to 7 minutes depending on your desired yolk firmness (5–6 mins for runny, 7 mins for set yolks).
5. Drain and Serve: Carefully remove ramekins using silicone tongs, gently scoop out eggs with a slotted spoon to drain excess water, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 72 kcal · Protein: 6.3 g · Fat: s: 4.8 g Cholesterol: 186 mg · Carbohydrates: 0.4 g · Fiber: 0 g · Sugar: 0.2 g · Sodium: 70 mg