Step 1: Cook the Bacon
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). This high temperature is ideal for cooking bacon.
- Prepare Bacon: Place the bacon slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You might need to cut them in half if they don’t fit.
- Cook: Air fry for about 7-10 minutes, depending on how crispy you like your bacon. Halfway through cooking, flip the bacon slices to ensure even crispiness.
- Remove and Drain: Once the bacon is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer and let it drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.
Step 2: Toast the Bread
- Prepare Bread: If you like buttered toast, lightly butter each side of your bread slices. This step is optional; you can also toast the bread dry.
- Toast: Place the bread in the air fryer basket. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook: Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for about 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the bread is toasted to your preference.
Step 3: Cook the Eggs
- Prepare Eggs: If frying, you can crack the eggs directly into the air fryer if it has an egg accessory or into a small greased pan that fits in your air fryer. For scrambled eggs, beat the eggs with a little milk, salt, and pepper, and pour into a greased dish that fits in your air fryer.
- Cook: Place the eggs in the air fryer and cook at 370°F (190°C) for about 3-6 minutes, depending on how you like your eggs. For scrambled eggs, you might stir halfway through.
Conclusion
Your complete breakfast of bacon, eggs, and toast can be quickly and cleanly prepared in an air fryer. This method not only saves time but also reduces the amount of oil used, making for a healthier start to your day. Enjoy your hassle-free, delicious breakfast straight from the air fryer, perfect for busy mornings or when you want to keep kitchen cleanup to a minimum.