Air Fryer Poached Eggs

Air fryer poached egg on a piece of bread with a fork cutting into it.

This Air Fryer Poached Eggs recipe is hands down the easiest way to make poached eggs. No more measuring out the vinegar, setting a timer, or standing over the stove to make poached eggs.

Prep Time2

Cook Time8

Cooling time2

Total Time12

Servings:

Calories: 63kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

2 eggs
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups hot water

Instructions

Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to preheat while you prepare the eggs.
Place a ramekin inside the air fryer basket and pour about 1 cup of hot water into each ramekin.
Carefully crack one fresh egg into each ramekin with the hot water.
Put the ramekins into the preheated air fryer and cook for 8-10 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on how you like your eggs - less time for a perfect runny yolk, and more time for firmer yolks.
Remove the individual ramekins from the air fryer and let them rest for about 1-2 minutes. Remember, the air fryer eggs will continue to cook slightly during this time.
Using a serving spoon, or rubber spatula, carefully lift the eggs out of the ramekins and serve them on top of avocado toast, French toast, or English muffins for a delicious breakfast or brunch.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over each perfect poached egg to taste and enjoy your perfectly cooked poached eggs!

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Notes

Storage: To store leftover cooked eggs, let them cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Use Fresh Eggs: Fresh eggs will yield the best results with firm whites and vibrant yolks.

Adjust Cooking Time: Experiment with the cooking time to achieve your desired level of doneness. For runny yolks, cook for less time, and for firmer yolks, cook for longer.

Prevent sticking: Greasing the ramekins lightly with cooking spray or butter can help prevent the eggs from sticking.

Be Gentle: When cracking the eggs into the small ramekin, be gentle to avoid breaking the yolks of the cracked egg.

Let Them Rest: Allow the cooked eggs to rest for a couple of minutes before serving to finish cooking and firm up slightly. Remember to carefully remove the hot ramekins from the air fryer basket with mittens to prevent burning.

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