Recipe
Air Fryer Poached Eggs
Tender poached eggs made in ramekins in the air fryer, ready for toast, muffins or breakfast bowls.
Ingredients
Method
3 mins prep7 mins cook10 mins total
Preheat the air fryer to 177°C on the air-fry setting for 3 minutes.
Lightly grease two heatproof ramekins. Pour 3 tablespoons of hot water into each one, then crack an egg into each ramekin without breaking the yolk.
Place the ramekins carefully in the air-fryer basket and cook for 5–7 minutes. Check from 5 minutes for a runny yolk, adding another minute or two for a thicker centre.
Carefully lift out the ramekins using oven gloves. Loosen the eggs around the edge with a small silicone spatula, then transfer them to toast or muffins.
Season with salt and black pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh eggs generally hold their shape best.
Air fryers vary, so use the first batch to establish the timing for your preferred yolk.
About this recipe
These poached eggs use a little hot water in ramekins to create a gentle cooking environment inside the air fryer, with no swirling pan of water to manage.
Cook them for less time if you like a liquid yolk, or leave them a little longer for a softly set centre. Serve straight away with toast or an English muffin.
