Cheesy Air Fryer Egg Toast with Ricotta Swirl
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A quick, protein-packed breakfast toast made in the air fryer featuring melted cheese and a creamy ricotta center.
- Author: Ahazzam
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 slices thick bread
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut a hole in the center of each bread slice.
- Brush the tops and bottoms of the bread slices lightly with melted butter.
- Place the bread slices in the air fryer basket.
- Crack one egg directly into the hole of one bread slice.
- Place the second bread slice next to the first one in the basket.
- Dollop the ricotta cheese into the hole containing the egg.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the egg and ricotta mixture.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Air fry at 375F (190C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the egg white is set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Carefully remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a crispier edge, you can toast the bread slices plain for 2 minutes before adding the egg mixture.
- Use sourdough or brioche bread for a richer flavor.
- Add a dash of paprika or garlic powder with the salt and pepper for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with egg
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 185