Description
This Air Fryer Cheesy Egg Toast recipe is a quick and delicious breakfast option combining melted plant-based cheese, perfectly cooked eggs, and smoky smoked turkey bacon on whole wheat or sourdough bread. It is easy to prepare in under 15 minutes and offers a comforting, crispy, and flavorful start to your day. Customize with fresh herbs and your favorite toppings for an irresistible brunch or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 slices whole wheat or sourdough bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup plant-based cheese, shredded or sliced
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon plant-based butter
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Fresh herbs (chives or parsley), chopped, for garnish
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread Base: Lightly butter each slice of bread with plant-based butter, ensuring the edges are well coated. This will help achieve a golden and crispy finish when air fried.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Place the smoked turkey bacon slices in the air fryer basket and cook at 360°F for about 5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp but still tender.
- Assemble the Toast: Carefully crack an egg onto each slice of bread, keeping the yolk intact for a runny texture or breaking it slightly for fully cooked eggs. Sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and a few drops of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Evenly layer plant-based cheese on top, followed by the cooked smoked turkey bacon slices.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Return the assembled toast to the air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F for 6 to 8 minutes until the egg sets and the cheese melts, becoming bubbly around the edges with a golden tint.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the toast from the air fryer and sprinkle with freshly chopped herbs such as chives or parsley for added color and flavor. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use thicker, sturdy bread like sourdough to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust cooking time depending on how runny or firm you prefer your egg yolk.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and crispiness.
- For extra melty cheese, add some cheese both under and over the egg before cooking.
- Add additional salt or pepper after cooking to avoid drawing moisture out of the egg.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Air fryer breakfast, cheesy egg toast, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, quick breakfast, easy brunch
