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If you’ve ever wondered can you air fry an egg?—the answer is yes, and it’s one of the easiest ways to make eggs. These air fryer eggs are quick, hands-off, and perfect for busy mornings. Whether you like them fried, soft-cooked, or hard-cooked, the air fryer makes eggs simple with hardly any cleanup.
For more air fryer faves, try this kid-friendly Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken. So crispy and delicious! My Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are awesome too.
Why you’ll love making air fried eggs!
I don’t know about you, but I love to make weekend breakfast spreads for my family. I kick things off with a skillet of bacon and a griddle full of fluffy buttermilk pancakes. However, this doesn’t leave me with much room for a pan of eggs.
And that, my friends, is why cooking eggs in the air fryer is genius.
It also makes perfect eggs! This is going to be your new favorite way to make eggs, I promise.
I’m sharing not just one, not even two, but three easy egg recipes in the air fryer, including hard-cooked eggs, soft-cooked eggs, and fried eggs.
- Fast & easy: Breakfast is ready in minutes with no stove-watching.
- Minimal cleanup: No splatter, no mess, because who wants all those dishes in the morning?! Not me!
- Customizable. Cook eggs exactly how your family likes them. No complaints!
- Perfect for busy mornings. Great for school days, workdays, or meal prep.
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Ingredients For Air Fryer Eggs
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- Whole eggs – Here’s the best way to crack an egg if you’re making fried eggs in the air fryer.
- Nonstick cooking spray – Or an oil spray mister.
- Salt and pepper to taste – Feel free to add a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning or any spices you like best!
How to Make Soft or Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer
- Cook: Preheat your air fryer to 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes. Place four eggs in the air fryer basket. Then, cook them for 10 to 11 minutes for soft boiled eggs, or 13 to 15 minutes for hard boiled eggs.
- Cool: Submerge in an ice bath, then peel and enjoy!
How to Make Fried Eggs in the Air Fryer
- Crack and season: Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes. Generously coat a baking pan that fits into your air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Crack two eggs into the bottom of the pan, keeping them as far apart as possible. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook: Air fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until the yolks reach your desired consistency.
Serving Suggestions
- Eggs go well with breakfast favorites like Bisquick Waffles, Banana Pancakes, and Brioche French Toast Casserole.
- Use hard-boiled eggs to make a variety of recipes like egg salad, potato salad, or deviled eggs.
- Try soft-boiled eggs or fried eggs in a bowl with Instant Pot rice and stir-fried veggies for an Asian-inspired meal.
Proper Storage
Store air fryer eggs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. I like to peel the hard and soft cooked eggs first for easy grab-and-go meal prep!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Eggs cook beautifully in the air fryer and can be fried, soft-cooked, or hard-cooked.
Not when cooked properly. Never air fry eggs in the shell unless following a tested method.
You don’t need oil for making soft-cooked and hard-cooked eggs, but you will need it for fried eggs.
Most eggs cook best between 300–350°F, depending on the method.
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Air Fryer Eggs (Hard, Soft and Fried)
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2-4 whole eggs
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
Method 1: Hard Boiled
- Preheat an air fryer to 275 F for 5 minutes.
- Arrange 4 eggs evenly along the air fryer basket, then cook for 13 to 15 minutes.2-4 whole eggs
- While the eggs cook, set up a bowl of ice water. Once the eggs are done baking, immediately place them into the ice bath. Let cool completely before peeling.Salt and pepper
Method 2: Soft Boiled
- Preheat an air fryer to 275 F for 5 minutes.
- Arrange 4 eggs evenly along the air fryer basket, then cook for 10 to 11 minutes.
- While the eggs cook, set up a bowl of ice water. Once the eggs are done baking, immediately place them into the ice bath. Let cool completely before peeling.
Method 3: Fried
- Preheat an air fryer to 350 F for 5 minutes.
- Coat a baking pan small enough to fit in the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.Nonstick cooking spray
- Crack two eggs into the bottom of the pan, keeping them spread apart as much as possible. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake for 3 to 4 minutes until the yolks are the desired consistency, less time for over easy, more time for over medium or over hard.
Notes
- Leave space: Don’t overfill the air fryer basket. The air needs to circulate all around the eggs to cook them evenly. If you overcrowd the basket, the air won’t flow correctly, meaning your eggs won’t cook!
- Adjust the time as needed: Note that the cooking times will vary depending on how you’re cooking your eggs, how many eggs you’re making, and your air fryer. So, be sure to keep a close eye on the eggs as they cook!
You always make the air fryer feel so easy and usefu
I love how easy you make this—air fryer eggs are a total game changer.
Simple method with perfect results!
Such a game-changer for busy morning!
Love the Idea! Thanks!
Can’t wait to try this!