Air Fryer Soft Boiled Eggs

Do you love soft-boiled eggs? If yes, air fryer soft boiled eggs recipe is for you. They are so easy to make for your quick breakfast and come out perfect every time. The most interesting thing about this recipe is you don’t need any water for boiling. And you don’t have to watch them as well.

Air fryer soft boiled eggs white is firm and the yolk is creamy. I love how the soft boiled eggs yolk is creamy and love to dunk the toast. And I also love air fryer soft boiled eggs for ramen it’s delicious. My boyfriend is not a fan of soft boiled eggs so he prefers air fryer hard boiled eggs.

If you are on a KETO diet this recipe just fits perfectly for your breakfast or brunch. Once you start making your eggs in air fryer, there is no going back. I hope you’re excited as I am to make this recipe. So, without any further delay let’s start.

What is a soft-boiled egg?

Soft-boiled eggs are slightly different from hard boiled eggs. Hard-boiled eggs yolk are fully cooked until it’s solid. But soft boiled eggs yolk is moderately cooked.

Soft boiled eggs white part is firm and the yolk is creamy. It is a good breakfast recipe.

 

How to make soft boiled eggs in air fryer?

Cooking air fryer soft boiled eggs are super easy and quick. The fun fact of this recipe is you don’t need water to boil the eggs. Now let’s see the cooking process.

Ingredients for air fryer soft boiled eggs:

• 2-3 eggs (room temperature)
• Salt and pepper

Instructions for air fryer soft boiled eggs:

1. Carefully place the eggs in the air fryer basket.
2. Set the temperature at 120C/250F and cook for about 8 minutes.
3. When the cooking time is 1-2 minutes remaining, prepare a bowl of ice water.
4. Once the eggs are cooked put them into the ice water with the help of tongs. Leave them for 1-2 minutes. This process will stop the eggs from cooking further.
5. Dry the eggs and gently whack the eggshell with a spoon or you can use an egg cracker if you have one.
6. Serve and enjoy.

 

You can find the air fryer soft boiled eggs recipe in the printable card below.

 

Tips for making perfect air fryer soft boiled eggs:

1. Use room temperature eggs for the best result. Leave the eggs on the counter for 30 minutes before cooking.
2. If the eggs are bigger it will require somewhat extra cooking time.
3. Use an egg cracker to open the soft boiled egg or you can simply use a spoon to crack the eggs.
4. However each air fryer works differently, so you can adjust the cooking time and temperature accordingly.
5. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket, instead do it in batches.

 

Why make air fryer soft boiled eggs?

You should make soft boiled eggs for the following reasons:

• Easy and quick
• No water needed
• No need to keep eye on it
• The perfect result every single time

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

 

Is it safe to boil eggs in air fryer?

Yes, it’s completely safe to boil the eggs in the air fryer. In fact, the eggs come out perfect and they are easy to peel. No water is needed to boil the eggs in the air fryer. And you don’t have to keep an eye on it while the eggs are cooking.

Is a soft boiled egg considered raw?

Air fryer soft boiled eggs are not completely raw, but it’s semi-cooked according to the cooking definition. However, it’s normal and the risk is very little.

If you’re conscious about your health then avoid eating soft boiled eggs.

How long does it take to cook the air fryer soft boiled eggs?

Philips air fryer soft boiled eggs take 8 minutes. However, every air fryer works differently. You can adjust the time and temperature according to your air fryer.

How do you crack a soft boiled egg?

Whack with the back of a spoon and crack the shells. Or you can use the egg cracker if you have one.

 

Why are my soft boiled eggs hard to peel?

Soft boiled eggs are hard to peel when they are undercooked. You should cook the eggs for 8 minutes in air fryer and give and place them in the cold water. This will help you peel the eggs easily.

Find more air fryer breakfast recipes:

• Air Fryer Hard boiled Eggs
• Air Fryer Poached Eggs
• Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
• Air Fryer Bacon and Egg
• Air Fryer Grilled Cheese with Bacon
• Air Fryer Hash Browns

 

Equipment:
Air fryer

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time:8 minutes

Nutrition Facts,
Calories- 63 kcal | Fat- 3g | Saturated Fat- 1g | Trans Fat-0g | Unsaturated Fat- 1g | Cholesterol- 163mg | Protein- 7g | Carbohydrates- 0 mg | Sodium- 63mg | Fiber- 0g | Sugar- 0g |

If you like the air fryer soft boiled eggs, look what else you can air fry:

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