Air fryer toast is the easiest way to get crispy, golden brown toast in just a matter of minutes. It's an easy breakfast that anyone from kids, to college students, to busy adults can make. Once golden brown, finish your toast with your favorite toppings for a delicious breakfast that's ready in under 5 minutes.
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You may be wondering, "Can I make toast in the air fryer?" Well, I'm here to tell you- Yes! You absolutely can, and it is completely delicious, so simple, and the best way! (in my opinion)
The air fryer is an easy way to get perfectly toasted bread in just minutes. Whether you like to top yours with peanut butter, or cinnamon sugar, sliced avocado, or an runny egg, toast is always a breakfast favorite. And now, thanks to the air fryer, your favorite breakfast just got even easier to make.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS AIR FRYER TOAST RECIPE
- It's ready in 3 minutes, perfect for busy mornings
- You can toast 4 slices of bread at a time
- The toast is perfectly golden and crunchy
- You can ditch the toaster, so there's one less appliance on the counter
- This recipe works with any type of bread
- Easily customized, top with your favorite toppings or enjoy alongside a full breakfast of eggs, bacon, and sausage
WHAT YOU NEED FOR AIR FRYER TOAST
EQUIPMENT:
- Air Fryer
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- Bread: I used white bread, but any kind will work. Whole wheat bread, sourdough bread, gluten free, vegan, keto, paleo bread, this recipe works with all diets
- Toppings: Make sure to use your favorite! I like jelly or cinnamon sugar
HOW TO MAKE TOAST IN THE AIR FRYER
- Place 4 pieces of bread in a single layer into your air fryer basket
- Set the temperature to 400 degrees F and cook for 3 minutes
- Once the time is up, check your toast and add 1-2 more minutes if you like it darker
- Use tongs to carefully pull out each slice of bread and place them onto a plate
- Spread on your favorite toppings and enjoy!
TOPPING IDEAS
- Butter
- Peanut butter, almond, or cashew butter
- Cream cheese
- Fresh fruit
- Jelly
- Cinnamon sugar
- Bacon and eggs
- Mashed avocado
STORING AND REHEATING
This isn't really the type of recipe that you save and reheat, but if you have any leftover toast that you must save, wrap it in a paper towel then place into a plastic bag or airtight container. Keep at room temperature, then air fry to reheat at 300 degrees F for 1-2 minutes.
EXPERT TIPS
- Use your favorite type of bread
- Cooking time will vary based on your type of air fryer
- Cook time will also vary based on the thickness of your bread
- Don't line the basket with parchment paper
- Leave a little room between bread slices so the hot air can circulate
- Brush the bread with a little olive oil or melted butter before air frying to make really delicious toast
- Dress up plain toast with your favorite toppings
FAQs
I think that it can, because whatever you cook in a toaster oven you can cook in the air fryer.
I have a Cosori 5.8 basket style air fryer and LOVE it. My brother's family uses the Ninja Foodi, which has an an air fryer tray attachment, and they love and use theirs all the time. However, I think the best kind is a personal preference that you'd have to find out for yourself.
Absolutely! You can use all types of bread from gluten free, to keto, to vegan.
I have not had this problem, but if this is happening to you can pin the bread down to the basket (or tray) with toothpicks.
Yes, yes, yes! Bagels and english muffins also come out perfectly toasted, just adjust the cook time an extra minute for bagels because they are a bit thicker than regular bread.
MORE EASY BREAKFAST RECIPES YOU MIGHT LIKE
- Air fryer turkey bacon
- Frozen breakfast sausage in the air fryer
- Air fryer egg in a hole
- Sourdough french toast
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PrintEasy Air Fryer Toast
Air fryer toast is the best way to make a quick, healthy breakfast in just minutes. This 5 minute breakfast is great for kids and adults alike because it's so simple. Once golden brown and crispy, finish with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
- Cook Time: 3 Minutes
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of bread: use any kind you like
- Toppings: see post for ideas
Instructions
- Place 4 pieces of bread in a single layer into your air fryer basket
- Set the temperature to 400 degrees F and cook for 3 minutes
- Once the time is up, check your toast and add 1-2 more minutes if you like it darker
- Use tongs to carefully pull out each slice of bread and set them onto a plate
- Finish with your favorite toppings and enjoy
Notes
- Use your favorite type of bread
- Cooking time will vary based on your type of air fryer
- Cook time will also vary based on the thickness of your bread
- Don't line the basket with parchment paper
- Leave a little room between bread slices so the hot air can circulate
- Brush the bread with a little olive oil or melted butter before air frying to make really delicious toast
- Dress up plain toast with your favorite toppings
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