Air fryer scrambled eggs are a quick and healthy breakfast to start your day. The scrambled eggs are super fluffy and delicious with a little amount of butter. It’s super easy to make and only needs a few ingredients.
When I first heard about the air fryer scrambled eggs, I simply couldn’t resist and had to try. The result was so satisfying. The scrambled eggs were super creamy, fluffy, and delicious. Plus it's an incredibly easy breakfast for your weekdays. You just need to whisk the eggs and put them in an air fryer and it gets ready in no time. This easy recipe has been my go-to breakfast recipe.
Your scrambled eggs in the air fryer get ready in no time. The air fryer is the best appliance that can be used to cook almost any kind of food. And I love making almost every meal of the day in an air fryer. If you are searching for an easy breakfast recipe, be sure to check, the air fryer egg toast and air fryer breakfast potatoes.
How to make air fryer scrambled eggs?
I like making my scrambled eggs simple with very minimal ingredients that are already available in most of our pantry. However, you can tweak the recipe and add your favorite seasonings to your liking.
You need a baking pan or any oven-proof pan for the recipe.
Ingredients for air fryer scrambled eggs:
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions for air fryer scrambled eggs:
- Star by putting butter in the baking pan and transfer it to the air fryer basket. Preheat your air fryer along with the baking pan and butter at 160C/320F for a minute.
- Take a mixing bowl to add egg, salt, and pepper. Whisk them well until well combined.
- Now pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook them at 160C/320F for 2 minutes.
- After 2 minutes open the air fryer basket and stir the eggs in the pan. Add cook for 2 more minutes. Repeat the process until the eggs are done according to your liking.
- The scrambled eggs in air fryer time should not exceed 5-6 minutes. It can turn rubbery in texture if the eggs are overcooked.
- Remove the air fryer scrambled eggs from the baking pan.
- Serve hot and enjoy your breakfast.
You can find the air fryer scrambled eggs recipe in the printable card below
Serving ideas for scrambled eggs made in air fryer
Air fryer scrambled eggs can be served on their own and with no doubt it is delicious. However, you can serve these fluffy and creamy air fryer scrambled eggs along with
Tips for making perfect scrambled eggs in air fryer
- Don’t skip preheating the air fryer.
- Make sure to cook the eggs at low temperatures to avoid a burning and rubbery texture.
- Stir the eggs with a spatula after 2-3 minutes of the cooking process to help them scramble.
- Check the eggs during the cooking process to make sure they are not overcooked.
- You can also add milk to the eggs or can just skip it.
Scrambled Egg Recipe Variations:
You can always be creative and play around with the seasoning and toppings to add different flavors and tastes to the recipe. Here are some of the highly recommended variations you can try while making air fryer scrambled eggs.
Cheese: Adding cheese while making the egg recipe is always good. I love how cheesy the eggs turn out and they are delicious. You can add cheddar or mozzarella cheese to the eggs.
Make an omelette: You can add some of the veggies and spices and make an omelette. It’s a super easy recipe too for your quick breakfast. You can check the air fryer omelette recipe in case you would like to try some different styles of egg breakfast.
Make egg bites: Air fryer egg bites are keto-friendly and absolutely delicious. A quick and easy breakfast gets ready in just 10 minutes.
Spices: You can add the spices according to your liking and also add some chili flakes or chili powder for some kick.
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How long do you air fry scrambled eggs in the air fryer?
Every air fryer works differently and everyone has their own taste. However, perfect scrambled eggs get ready within 5-6 minutes. The longer you cook the egg texture turns out to be rubbery.
What temperature should I cook air fryer scrambled eggs?
Make sure the temperature is on the lower side while cooking air fryer scrambled eggs. I cooked mine at 160C/320F. It’s always good to cook eggs at a lower temperature to avoid burning and the rubbery texture due to overcooking.
How to freeze scrambled eggs?
If you have leftover air fryer scrambled eggs, you can store them for later.
Make sure to let the eggs cool before storing. Put the leftover eggs in an airtight container and store them in the fridge. They are good for 2-3 days.
If you would like to store them for a longer period of time then put the airtight container with eggs in the freezer. They are good for a month.
How to reheat scrambled eggs in an air fryer?
Preheat the air fryer with a teaspoon of butter in the baking pan. After that transfer, the leftover scrambled eggs in the pan and heat at 160C/320F for 2-3 minutes or until warm. Stir the eggs halfway through the reheating process.
You can also reheat scrambled eggs in the oven. For the oven use our air fryer calculator to convert the time and temperature to easily reheat the eggs.
Here are some of the frequently asked questions:
Are scrambled eggs a healthy breakfast option?
Yes, air fryer scrambled eggs are a healthy dish. Eggs are packed with nutrients and are high in protein. However, add-on like butter, cheese, and cream adds the calories, fat, etc.
Can I scramble eggs in an air fryer?
Yes, while the eggs are cooking open the air fryer basket and stir the eggs to make them scrambled.
Can I fry an egg in an air fryer?
Yes, you can fry an egg in an air fryer.
Do I need to add milk to scrambled eggs?
Adding milk to scrambled eggs is optional some people like and some don’t. However, milk tends to make the egg mixture watery because it doesn’t blend well with eggs. But you can add water instead of milk to your egg because water blends very well and keeps the scrambled egg high.
What can I substitute for milk?
You can add cream, almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, etc instead of milk.
Will eggs explode in an air fryer?
No! It’s just a rumor eggs don’t explode in an air fryer.
Can you make scrambled eggs in the oven?
Yes, air fryer scrambled eggs can also be made in the oven. Follow the same steps explained above. And convert the temperature and time using our air fryer calculator. Your scrambled eggs in the oven get ready in no time.
Equipment:
Air fryer
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5-6 minutes
Nutrition
Calories- 75 kcal | Total Fat- 9g | Saturated Fat- 2g | Trans Fat- 1g | Polysaturated Fat- 1g | Monosaturated Fat- 2g | Protein- 7g | Carbohydrates- 1g | Cholesterol- 185mg | Sodium- 1240 mg | Fiber- 1g | Sugar- 1g | Potassium- 85mg | Vitamin A- 285IU | Iron- 1mg | Calcium- 41mg |
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📖 Recipe
Easy Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs in 6 mins- TopAirFryerRecipes
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Star by putting butter in the baking pan and transfer it to the air fryer basket. Preheat your air fryer along with the baking pan and butter at 160C/320F for a minute.
- Take a mixing bowl to add egg, salt, and pepper. Whisk them well until well combined.
- Now pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook them at 160C/320F for 2 minutes.
- After 2 minutes open the air fryer basket and stir the eggs in the pan. Add cook for 2 more minutes. Repeat the process until the eggs are done according to your liking.
- The scrambled eggs in air fryer time should not exceed 5-6 minutes. It can turn rubbery in texture if the eggs are overcooked.
- Serve hot and enjoy your breakfast.
