Air fryer egg cups are a quick and easy breakfast or snack option that you can prepare using an air fryer. Here’s a simple recipe for making air fryer egg cups:
Ingredients:
- Eggs
- Cooking spray or a bit of oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced vegetables, cooked bacon or sausage, herbs, etc.
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to around 325°F (163°C). The exact temperature may vary depending on your air fryer model.
- Prepare the Muffin Tin: Lightly grease the cups of a muffin tin with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Crack Eggs into Muffin Cups: Crack one egg into each muffin cup. If you’re making more than one egg cup, make sure to crack one egg into each cup.
- Season Eggs: Season the eggs with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings or herbs at this point.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Customize your egg cups by adding toppings like shredded cheese, diced vegetables, cooked bacon or sausage, or any other ingredients you prefer.
- Place in Air Fryer: Carefully place the muffin tin into the preheated air fryer basket.
- Air Fry: Cook the egg cups in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking.
- Serve: Once done, carefully remove the muffin tin from the air fryer. Use a spatula to gently lift the egg cups out of the tin.
- Enjoy: Serve the air fryer egg cups immediately, and enjoy your delicious and customizable breakfast!
Feel free to get creative with the toppings and seasonings to suit your taste preferences. This recipe is versatile and can be adapted to your liking.