Air-Fryer Eggs: Perfect Timing For Breakfast

Air fryers are a great way to cook eggs, whether you like them fried, soft-boiled, hard-boiled or jammy. The cooking time depends on the type of egg you want to make and the model of air fryer you have. In general, you'll need to preheat your air fryer at 400°F for 5 minutes, and then cook your egg for 3-15 minutes, depending on your desired yolk consistency.

How long to cook a soft-boiled egg in an air fryer

To make soft-boiled eggs in an air fryer, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 280°F (137°C) and cook the eggs for 9-11 minutes.

The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the egg, the temperature of the egg before cooking, and the model of your air fryer. For example, if you are using an air fryer set to 300°F (148°C), you should reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes.

To make a soft-boiled egg, you will need to cook the egg for less time than you would for a hard-boiled egg. For a hard-boiled egg, you should cook the egg for 12-15 minutes.

If you are making a fried egg, the cooking time will depend on how you like your yolk. For a sunny side up or over-easy egg, cook the egg for 3 minutes. If you prefer a medium yolk, add 1 minute to the cooking time.

How long to cook a hard-boiled egg in an air fryer

Cooking hard-boiled eggs in an air fryer is a quick and easy method. Place the eggs in the air fryer basket and set the timer. The cooking time will depend on how well-done you want the yolk to be. For a soft-boiled egg, cook for 12 minutes, 14 minutes for medium, and 16 minutes for a well-done yolk. If you want a harder yolk, you can cook the eggs for up to 17 minutes.

It's important to note that the cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer. If you set your air fryer to 300° F (148° C), subtract about 1-2 minutes from the desired cook level.

After cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl halfway with ice and then adding cold water until the bowl is ¾ filled. Remove the eggs from the air fryer with tongs and place them in the ice bath for about 4-5 minutes, or until they are cool to the touch but not ice-cold. This will make them easier to peel.

How long to cook a fried egg in an air fryer

Cooking a fried egg in an air fryer depends on the type of egg you want to make, the model of air fryer you have, and the temperature you set it to.

In general, you should preheat your air fryer at 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes. For a sunny side up or over-easy fried egg, air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 3 minutes. If you prefer a medium egg yolk, add 1 minute to the cooking time.

If you want a soft-boiled egg, cook at 280°F (132°C) for 9-10 minutes. For a hard-boiled egg, cook at the same temperature for 12-13 minutes. If you want to cook your egg at 300°F (148°C), subtract 1-2 minutes from the cooking time.

For a hard-boiled egg at 250°F (120°C), cook for 15 minutes and then transfer to a cold water bath for 8-10 minutes.

How long to cook a jammy egg in an air fryer

To make a jammy egg in an air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 270ºF (132ºC) and cook for 12-13 minutes. If your air fryer is set to 300° F (148°C), subtract about 1-2 minutes from the cooking time.

The cooking time may vary depending on the type of air fryer you have, the size of the egg, and whether the egg is cold or room temperature.

If you want to make a fried egg with a jammy yolk, preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204 °C) for 5 minutes, then air fry the egg at 350°F (177°C) for 4 minutes.

To make hard-boiled eggs in an air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) and cook for 15 minutes. For soft-boiled eggs, air fry at 280°F for 9-10 minutes.

How long to cook an over-easy egg in an air fryer

To cook an over-easy egg in an air fryer, you should first preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F (177°C) and cook the egg for 3 minutes. If you prefer a medium egg yolk, add 1 minute to the cooking time.

The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the egg, whether it is cold or room temperature, and the type of air fryer you are using. For example, if you want a soft-boiled egg, you should cook it for 9-10 minutes at 280°F (137°C). For a hard-boiled egg, cook it for 12-13 minutes at the same temperature.

To make an over-easy egg, you can also cook the egg as directed above and then flip it with a spatula and cook for an additional minute.

Remember to use a spatula with a firm tip to remove the egg from the air fryer.

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