Air Fryer Poached Eggs — A Total Game Changer 🍳✨
Poached eggs in the air fryer are shockingly easy, no swirling water, no vinegar, no stress.
Ingredients (Makes 1–4 eggs)
Eggs (as many as you like)
Hot water
Nonstick spray or a little oil
Equipment
Air fryer
Oven-safe ramekins or silicone cups
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
Prepare ramekins
Lightly grease each ramekin. Crack 1 egg into each.
Add hot water
Carefully pour 2–3 tablespoons hot water into each ramekin (enough to surround the egg white).
Air fry Place ramekins in the basket.
5 minutes → runny yolk
6 minutes → medium yolk
7 minutes → firmer yolk
Remove & serve
Lift eggs out with a spoon, or tip gently onto toast.
Pro Tips
Use hot (not boiling) water for best results
Silicone cups release eggs easiest
Sprinkle salt after cooking to avoid watery whites
Great for meal prep — store cooked eggs in fridge up to 2 days
Serving Ideas
Avocado toast
Eggs Benedict
Grain bowls
Salads
