Best Air Fryer Egg In A Hole Recipe

Are you looking for an easy and delicious breakfast that’s a little different from your typical bowl of cereal? Then air fryer egg in a hole is a great option!

Simply cut a hole in a slice of bread, crack an egg into it, and let the air fryer do its stuff. The result is a perfectly cooked egg with a crispy bread exterior.

Not only is it quick and easy to make, but the air fryer ensures a healthier version of this classic breakfast dish. Read on for all the information you need to make the perfect egg in a hole every time. There is a recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Why cook an egg in a hole in an air fryer?

Novel and Easy – Nothing beats eggs and toast for an easy breakfast. Egg in a hole cooked in an air fryer delivers both. All in 6 minutes. It is the easy way to cook your breakfast.

Nutritious and Healthy Breakfast – The egg provides protein and the bread the carbohydrate and fiber. A perfect way to start the day or give you a boost at lunchtime.

Healthier – Unlike cooking in a frying pan, you do not need to add any oil to an air fryer to cook an egg in the hole.

Delicious – Follow the instructions below and you will be able to serve up crunchy toast and an egg cooked to your preference. I like to have a runny yolk.

How long does it take to cook an egg in a hole in the air fryer?

It takes 6 minutes in an air fryer set at 340 F (170 c) to cook an egg in a hole in an air fryer.

If you like your eggs to be more set or toast crunchier, cook for a couple of extra minutes.

What equipment do I need to make an egg in a hole?

To air fry an egg in a hole, all you need is…

• A spatula – to help turn and remove the egg in a hole once cooked
• Tin foil or parchment paper – to act as a liner and hold the egg in place
• A cookie cutter or jar – to cut the hole in the middle of the bread

What ingredients do I need to make an egg in a hole?

This easy air fryer recipe only needs a couple of ingredients.

• Eggs
• Slices of bread
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cooking spray or oil

How to cook an egg in a hole in an air fryer

This easy recipe offers something different from cereal or plain toast. Follow these steps and you will be delighted with results every single time.

Step 1 – Preheat the air fryer.

Preheat the air fryer to 340 F (170 c).

Step 2 – Cut a hole in the bread

Use a cookie cutter or jar to cut a hole in the center of the bread.

Step 3 – Prepare the basket

Once the air fryer has pre-heated, line the basket with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Spray with cooking spray or some oil.

Step 4 – Add the bread and eggs

Place in the basket the slice of bread that now has a hole in it. Crack an egg into the hole.

Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the egg.

Step 5 – Cook

Cook for 6 minutes until the egg whites have set.

Step 6 – Turn (optional)

Use your spatula to carefully turn the egg in the hole after 4 minutes of cooking.

It can be a bit fiddly to turn your egg in a hole. It is worth doing if you want the bottom side of your bread to be toasted.

Step 7 – Extra time

If after 6 minutes the egg yolk has not set to your preference, cook for an extra minute. If you like a runny yolk 6 minutes will be enough.

Step 8 – Serve

Once the egg is cooked to your preference use a spatula to take the egg in a hole out of the air fryer and serve.

Top tips

Preheat – Preheat the air fryer to serve up perfectly toasted bread with a set egg.

Liner & cooking spray or oil – To stop the egg from sticking to the air fryer basket use foil or parchment paper plus a spray of cooking spray or oil.

Turn – If you want bread toasted on both sides use a spatula to turn the egg in a hole after 4 minutes of cooking time.

Serving with

Egg in a hole is a great breakfast recipe if you want to serve something a little different for your whole family. It beats boring cereal and plain toast hands down.

It is always fun to experiment with different seasonings and toppers to make this breakfast your own. I like to serve mine with some smashed avocado and some chili flakes.

If you have room in your air fryer you could also make air fryer bacon or hashbrowns in the air fryer basket at the same time. Adding the egg in the hole at the right time.

Common questions

How do I store leftover air fryer eggs in the hole?

Egg in a hole is best served freshly cooked, if you store any the egg will not be runny.

If you want to store one, put the egg in the hole in the fridge for up to 3 days. Wait for the egg in the hole to cool to room temperature and put it in an airtight container.

How do I reheat the egg in a hole?

If you have put the egg in the hole in the fridge, reheat it in an air fryer at 340 F (170 c) for 2 minutes. You can microwave the egg in a hole but the bread will not be very crunchy.

Is egg in a hole known as something different?

You might call egg in a hole a different name, these include…

• Toad in the hole – in the UK this is something completely different (sausages in a light batter)
• Egg in a basket
• One-eyed jack
• Gashouse eggs
• Spit in the ocean
• Popeye eggs

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