Air-Fryer Breakfast: Quick, Easy, And Delicious!

Air fryers are a great way to make breakfast, whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or something more indulgent. From veggie-packed crustless quiches to French toast sticks, there's a lot you can make with an air fryer. You can even make boiled eggs in an air fryer – just hold the eggs under the tap first so the surface is moist, then cook for 7-8 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. You can also make breakfast burritos, sausage patties, bacon, and more.

Air Fryer Scotch Eggs

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 1 pound of pork sausage
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons of mango chutney
• 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise
• 1/8 teaspoon of curry powder
• 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
• Cooking spray
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Start by preparing the dipping sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mango chutney, mayonnaise, curry powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate the dipping sauce until you're ready to serve the Scotch eggs.
• Divide the pork sausage into 6 equal portions. Take one portion and flatten it into a thin patty.
• Place a hard-boiled egg in the center of the sausage patty and wrap the sausage around the egg, sealing all sides. Repeat this step for the remaining eggs and sausage portions.
• Set up three shallow bowls. In one bowl, place some flour. In the second bowl, add the beaten eggs. And in the third bowl, pour the panko breadcrumbs.
• Dip each sausage-wrapped egg into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally, roll it in the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure to coat each egg evenly.
• Preheat your air fryer to 350-390°F (180-200°C).
• Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the eggs in a single layer in the basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook them in batches.
• Cook the Scotch eggs for about 12-25 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking process. The exact cooking time will depend on your air fryer and the desired doneness of the sausage.
• Once they are cooked to your liking, remove the Scotch eggs from the air fryer and let them cool down slightly.
• Serve the Air Fryer Scotch Eggs warm with the chilled dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Feel free to modify the recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can season the sausage with additional spices or herbs, or even add ingredients like bacon, onions, or chopped ham. Additionally, you can serve the Scotch eggs with tomato chutney or ketchup instead of the dipping sauce.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 can of Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls (8-count)
• Coconut oil cooking spray
• Icing (from the package)

Method:

• Spray the basket of the air fryer with coconut oil cooking spray.
• Place the cinnamon rolls from the package evenly in the basket.
• Set aside the icing.
• Air fry the cinnamon rolls for 8 minutes at 360 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Check in on the cinnamon rolls around the 7-minute mark to ensure they are cooking well.
• Once done, carefully remove and top with icing.

Tips:

• If the tops are browning well at the 4-5 minute mark, carefully flip the rolls over so they cook on the other side.
• If using a different brand, check in on the cinnamon rolls after 6 minutes to adjust the time if needed.
• If you want them a bit more crispy, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
• If using aluminum foil or parchment paper, preheat the air fryer without it and add it when you are adding the cinnamon rolls.

Air Fryer Breakfast Bowl

Ingredients:

• 4-6 frozen chicken nuggets
• 8-10 frozen tater tots
• 1/4-1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 eggs
• 2-3 tbsp milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: onions, peppers, jalapenos, tomatoes, ham, bacon, avocado, salsa, sour cream, diced green chilis, ketchup, etc.

Method:

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
• Place the chicken nuggets and tater tots in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 minutes.
• While they are cooking, whisk the eggs and milk together in a small bowl until fully combined.
• Once the chicken and tots are done, chop them into small bite-sized pieces.
• In a 7-inch baking dish that fits your air fryer, pour in the egg mixture and top with the chicken and tots.
• Reduce the air fryer temperature to 350°F and place the baking dish inside. Cook for 6 minutes.
• Open the basket and use a fork to scramble and mix the ingredients. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
• Open the basket again and sprinkle the cheese on top. Cook for a further 1 minute.
• Remove the dish from the air fryer and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add any additional toppings of your choice.

Tips:

• You can use any type of oven-safe baking dish that fits inside your air fryer.
• If you don't have tater tots, you can use hash browns or another type of potato.
• You can switch up the protein and use diced ham, turkey, breakfast sausage, or bacon instead of chicken.
• For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and cheese with your favourite dairy-free alternatives.
• You can add extra vegetables such as onions, peppers, spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers. Sauté them first before adding to the breakfast bowl.
• To sauté vegetables in the air fryer, cut them into bite-sized pieces, spray with a little oil, and cook at 380°F for around 10 minutes, or until tender.
• This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for up to a week.

Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of stale thick bread (e.g. Texas toast or brioche)
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• Milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
• Cinnamon
• Salt
• Powdered sugar, sugar and cinnamon mix, or syrup for toppings

Method:

• Cut each slice of bread into thirds to make sticks.
• Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the bottom of the air fryer basket.
• Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
• In a bowl, stir together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
• Dip each piece of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
• Shake off any excess liquid and place the bread sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
• Cook for 5 minutes, then turn the bread pieces and cook for another 5 minutes.
• Serve warm with your choice of toppings, such as powdered sugar, a sugar and cinnamon mix, or syrup.

Tips:

• Don't oversoak the bread. If using a soft bread like brioche, it will soak up the custard mixture quickly and may start to fall apart.
• Preheat your air fryer to ensure even cooking. If your air fryer doesn't have a preheat function, let it run at 375°F for 5 minutes before adding the bread.
• If your bread is a little soggy, line the air fryer basket with parchment paper to prevent the liquid from making a mess.
• If using a dense bread like sourdough, you may need to soak it in the egg mixture for a little longer.

Air Fryer Sausage Patties

Ingredients:

• Sausage patties (fresh or frozen)
• Non-stick cooking spray (optional)

Method:

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
• Lightly grease the inside of the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.
• Place the sausage patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8-12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre of a patty should read at least 160°F (70°C).
• Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.

Tips:

• If you are using frozen patties, there is no need to thaw them first. Simply add a couple of minutes to the cooking time.
• For extra crispy sausage patties, cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
• No need to flip the patties halfway through unless you are using a solid tray.

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