Create light and fluffy Eggs in the Air Fryer and attain a whole new level of convenience and deliciousness for breakfast and beyond.
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The air fryer has revolutionized the way I approach recipes. Even low-maintenance recipes that I don’t need to sweat over have become even easier, thanks to my air fryer. Take scrambled eggs, for example.
Because the air fryer requires so little oil, it can make scrambled eggs an even healthier dish than it already was. It can even add a slight crispness to your eggs that, honestly, I didn’t think I would appreciate as much as I do. Want to add some veggies to the mix? Feel free to do so, and turn your eggs from an ingredient into a full-blown breakfast bonanza.
Now, I’m not knocking Oven-Baked Scrambled Eggs, Stovetop Scrambled Eggs, or even Microwaved Scrambled Eggs—they each have their selling points—but doing your eggs in an air fryer just seems to check all the boxes, including nutrition, ease, and taste. Don’t believe me? Try it out for yourself!
Are Scrambled Eggs Healthy?
Yes, they are. They’re packed with protein while the butter and cheese provide healthy fats. And cooking them in an air fryer means not having to overdo it with the butter. It’s suitable for vegetarian and low-carb/keto diets (though you may want to adjust the ingredient amounts to meet your macronutrient targets). If you omit the cheese and use ghee butter, you can include this as part of a Whole30 or paleo diet. As for gluten-free diets, check the ingredients of the butter and cheese you use and be mindful of cross-contamination when cooking for a sufferer of celiac disease.
INGREDIENTS
- 6 Free Range Eggs
- 1 tsp Butter
- ¼ cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and Pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Melt
Place a ceramic bowl in the air fryer. Melt the butter by turning on the air fryer for 2 minutes.
Whisk
In the meantime, crack the eggs into a bowl with the cheese, salt, and pepper. Whisk together.
Air-Fry
Pour the eggs into the bowl with the melted butter and set the air fryer to 350°F for 6 minutes.
Scramble
Open the air fryer and use a fork to stir the eggs to scramble them. Then push the drawer back in and cook for another 8 minutes. Scramble again with the fork.
DEVOUR!
Tips & Tricks To Making Scrambled Eggs in An Air Fryer
- Whisk the raw eggs for one minute. This will inject air into the eggs and make them lighter and fluffier.
- If you’d rather not use butter, heat the pan of the fryer for a minute or so and then apply nonstick cooking spray.
- For a creamier texture, use cream instead of milk.
- As there are different makes and models of air fryers, yours may cook eggs at a different rate. So keep an eye on them and keep that temperature low.
FAQs
Yes, you can. In fact, I’ve done up a recipe explaining the steps.
Keep an eye on them and remember that the eggs’ residual heat will continue to cook them after they’ve been taken out of the air fryer. So take them out a minute sooner than you have been and stir them up.
Sure, though your eggs may lose a bit of their creaminess.
I’ve added cooked ham and sausage for some added protein, and I wouldn’t say no to diced vegetables! Go wild with peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
Variations
Go Green: Add spinach and herbs like cilantro to infuse some freshness in your eggs.
Spice It Up: Add cayenne pepper, jalapenos, and/or hot sauce for a spicy bite.
Make It Cheesy: Add different kinds of cheeses, from cottage cheese to Monterey Jack, to achieve a new level of creaminess.
Serving Suggestions
If you’ve already got your air fryer out, why not make an entire breakfast with it? Alongside your eggs you can serve up some Air Fryer Turkey Bacon or Regular Bacon, then choose between Homemade French Fries and Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes. Heck, why not even do your toast in your air fryer? With this recipe, you can!
how to store your air fryer scrambled eggs
For leftovers or eggs made in advance, let them cool completely then place them in an airtight container. You can then store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 4 months. Let them thaw in the fridge when you’re ready for round 2. Then reheat them in the microwave or air fryer.
Ingredients
- 6 Free Range Eggs
- 1 tsp Butter
- ¼ cup Cheddar cheese shredded
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Place a ceramic bowl in the air fryer. Melt the butter by turning on the air fryer for 2 minutes.
- In the meantime, crack the eggs into a bowl with the cheese, salt, and pepper. Whisk together.
- Pour the eggs into the bowl with the melted butter and set the air fryer (220–240 V, 2000W) to 350°F for 6 minutes.
- Open the air fryer and use a fork to stir the eggs, scrambling them. Then push the drawer back in and cook for another 8 minutes. Scramble again with the fork and serve.
Nutrition Info:
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