Air Fryer French Toast

French toast is a family favorite that is super simple to make but often takes a close eye to keep the edges from burning. Make this air fryer french toast for a hands-off version of a traditional recipe for a great weekday breakfast.

Why This Will Be Your New Favorite Way To Make French Toast

• Fast. A simple weekday vegetarian breakfast that is ready in under 30 minutes.
• Easy. No need to fire up the stovetop when you can enjoy another amzing air fryer recipe.
• Vegetarian. Skip the meat with this incredibly filling breakfast recipe.
• Versatile. Add your favorite toppings to make this a meal your whole family will love.
• Delicious. The ultimate comfort food that's both filling and satisfies your sweet tooth.

Equipment Needed

• Air Fryer
• Mixing Bowl
• Whisk
• Silicone Tongs
• Heat Safe Pan or Heat Safe Bowl

Ingredients To Have In Your Kitchen

A super short list of ingredients most people keep as kitchen staples make this recipe a go-to weekday breakfast.

Here's what you'll need to make the perfect air fryer french toast:

• Bread- You can use any bread of your choice for this recipe, just ensure consistency in slice thickness for an even cook time.
• Eggs- Creates that delicious, pillowy texture you love in a classic french toast recipe.
• Heavy Whipping Cream- Adds richness and increases the fluffiness of the eggs.
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cinnamon- Adds the perfect amount of spice to the batter for a rich breakfast bite.
• Powdered Sugar- A sprinkle of powdered sugar over the top adds some sweetness to counter the saltiness in each bite.

Why Is My French Toast Soggy?

Generally, the reason your french toast ends up soggy is one of two reasons:

1. You let the bread sit in the egg mixture for too long and oversaturate.
2. The french toast didn't cook long enough.

Follow my super simple instructions below for delicious air fryer french toast that will turn out perfect every time

How To Make Air Fryer French Toast

Have 15 minutes and a few simple ingredients? Make this easy and delicious french toast recipe:

1. Mix your egg, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a mixing bowl
2. Warm a teaspoon of butter in the bottom of your heat safe pan
3. Add the dredged pieces of bread to the pan
4. Cook for 5 minutes
5. Flip the french toast
6. Cook for an additional 3 minutes
7. Remove from the air fryer
8. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with berries and whipped cream (optional)

How To Make Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

We get it. Sometimes it's more fun to eat with your hands. Especially if you have younger kids or hate doing dishes. Here are a few different variations on how to make air fryer french toast sticks that are as hands-off to cook as they are hands-on to eat.

1. Mix your egg, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a mixing bowl
2. Warm a teaspoon of butter in the bottom of your heatsafe pan
3. Cut your bread into four vertical pieces
4. Add the dredged pieces of bread to the pan
5. Cook for 5 minutes
6. Flip the french toast sticks
7. Cook for an additional 3 minutes
8. Remove from the air fryer
9. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with berries and whipped cream (optional)

Tips And Tricks

A recipe this simple is hard to mess up, but there are a few tips and tricks that can make it even more simple for even the most inexperienced cook:

• Beat the egg mixture until you see air bubbles floating on the top. This will keep your french toast from becoming too dense.
• Add brown sugar to the egg mixture for an even more indugent slice of french toast.
• Dip your bread in the egg mixture and immediately remove it. Allowing the bread to sit in the egg mixture will make it soggy and harder to rip.
• Get creative and add your favorite toppings to this french toast recipe.

Air Fryer French Toast Toppings

The variety of toppings you can add to these air fryer french toast sticks is almost limitless.

These are a few of my favorite additions:

• Whipped Cream
• Strawberries
• Blueberries
• Syrup
• Melted Butter
• Chocolate Syrup
• Hazelnut Spread

Can You Freeze Air Fryer French Toast?

Not only can you freeze it, but you should! We are always looking for another way to be efficient, especially when it comes to busy morning meals.

To freeze these air fryer french toast sticks, follow the steps below:

1. Cook french toast as directed.
2. Allow them to cool completely.
3. Layer the french toast between sheets of parchment paper.
4. Place parchment paper wrapped french toast inside of a freezer safe bag.
5. Label the bag and freeze laying flat

This french toast recipe will last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

To reheat, just pop the slices of french toast in the toaster oven or air fryer for about 3 minutes at 375F and add your desired toppings.

Other Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes

Love how easy these air fryer french toast sticks were to make? Try one of these other amazing air fryer recipes:

• Herb and Cheese Frittata
• Air Fryer Bacon
• Air Fryer Grits
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• Air Fryer Sausage Links

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