Description
This Air Fryer Custard Toast is a quick and delightful breakfast recipe that transforms simple pantry ingredients into a creamy, golden, and crispy treat. Ready in under 15 minutes, it features a perfectly cooked custard-soaked bread with crispy edges and a soft center, ideal for busy mornings with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Thick sliced bread (fresh or slightly stale) – 4 slices
- Eggs – 2 large
- Milk or cream – 1 cup (240 ml)
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Sugar – 1 tablespoon
- Cinnamon or nutmeg (optional) – 1/4 teaspoon
- Butter (optional) – 1 tablespoon, melted or sliced for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of milk or cream, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. For added flavor, incorporate a pinch (about 1/4 teaspoon) of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each thick sliced bread piece into the custard mixture, coating both sides evenly without over-soaking to prevent sogginess. Let excess custard drip off before cooking.
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: Set the air fryer temperature to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3 minutes for optimal cooking results and a crispy finish.
- Air Fry the Custard Toast: Place the soaked bread slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure golden, even browning and a crispy crust with a creamy center.
- Serve Warm and Enjoy: Carefully remove the toast once cooked and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as powdered sugar, maple syrup, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Choose thick and sturdy bread like brioche or sourdough for best custard absorption and crust development.
- Do not soak bread too long; just enough to absorb the custard without falling apart.
- Place bread slices without overlapping in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Flip the bread halfway through cooking to get balanced browning on both sides.
- Adjust cook time slightly if using thicker bread slices, adding 1-2 extra minutes if needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in air fryer at 320°F (160°C) for 3–4 minutes to restore crispiness.
- For dairy-free or vegan options, substitute milk with plant-based milk and eggs with flaxseed or chia seed egg alternatives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg