Elevate the most important meal of the day with these easy air-fryer breakfast recipes. From veggie-packed crustless quiche and air-fried frittata to breakfast potatoes and French toast sticks, these sweet and savory ideas will simplify your morning routine.
21 Air-Fryer Breakfast Recipes
1/21
Air-Fryer Apple Fritters
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These air-fryer apple fritters are healthier than old-fashioned fritters, yet they are still just as delicious. They're a quick and easy dessert that includes a scrumptious brown butter glaze! —Alyssa Castriotta, North Scituate, Rhode Island
Nutrition Facts:
1 fritter: 145 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 183mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
This recipe gives you all the fun and cinnamon-y goodness of a fritter without the frying. The hot circulated air makes them extra crispy. An easy browned-butter glaze gives these fritters a major upgrade.
2/21
Breakfast Eggrolls
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whether you have to run out the door in the morning or you take a few minutes to relax at the table, these breakfast egg rolls will hit the spot. The egg-and-sausage mixture can be made the night before, so in the morning, just roll, fry and go! —Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg roll: 209 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 438mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
Filled with a cheesy egg scramble and breakfast sausage, air-fried breakfast egg rolls get a deliciously crispy exterior in just four minutes. Be sure to spray them with a generous amount of high-smoke-point cooking spray so the egg roll wrappers get crispy. Serve with salsa, maple syrup or sweet-hot Asian dipping sauce.
3/21
Air-Fryer French Toast Sticks
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick recipe makes it easy to prepare air-fryer French toast sticks. Have them handy in the freezer for a hearty breakfast in an instant. They're also wonderful for buffets and eating on the go. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3 sticks: 184 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
French toast gets a glow-up with this easy air-fryer breakfast treat! We take buttery Texas toast pieces, soak them in a simple vanilla-infused egg custard, and roll them in crushed cornflakes to make crispy French toast that’s just begging to be dipped in warm maple or strawberry syrup. This freeze-ahead recipe makes 1-1/2 dozen sticks, so you’ll have plenty for busy mornings.
4/21
Air-Fryer Bacon Egg Cups
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These adorable bacon egg cups are a fresh take on the classic breakfast combo. I originally baked these, but they're amazing in the air fryer—no need to heat up the oven! —Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 397 calories, 29g fat (13g saturated fat), 437mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
These fun breakfast gratins feature bacon-lined custard cups filled with eggs, half-and-half cream, cheddar cheese and green onions. Feel free to mix up the fillings—different cheeses, caramelized onions or roasted red bell peppers are all great additions.
5/21
Air-Fryer Hash Browns
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These air-fryer hash browns are one of my go-to sides. They come together quickly, and the air fryer gets them nice and crispy in no time. If you'd like, try topping them with a sprinkling of shredded pepper jack cheese. —Cindi Boger, Ardmore, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 87 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
The air fryer gives hash browns a delectably crispy finish. Plus, it frees up the stove for making omelets or other egg dishes. These browns are the perfect side dish for fluffy scrambled eggs, breakfast sausages or simple fried eggs. Be generous with the cooking spray when greasing the air-fryer basket, and give the tops of the potatoes an extra spritz for the crispest results.
6/21
Air-Fryer Doughnuts
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 doughnuts and 8 doughnut holes
From the Recipe Creator:
My sons and I love doughnuts, but in the Florida heat I rarely want to deep-fry them. I tried making this easy air-fryer doughnut recipe, and it turned out so well—with no mess! —Christine Hair, Odessa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 doughnut and 1 doughnut hole: 280 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 684mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
These air-fried doughnuts taste every bit as good as a bakery’s. Our recipe uses a tube of refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough, so you don’t even need to worry about letting the dough rest or rise.
7/21
Air-Fryer Scotch Eggs
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These air-fryer Scotch eggs are amazing hot right after cooking, but I also love eating them cold for a snack before a soccer or baseball game. —Dorothy Smith, El Dorado, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg: 313 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 258mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
The perfect protein-rich breakfast on the go, Scotch eggs are hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage. They’re traditionally deep-fried, but this lighter version includes crushed cornflakes and uses the air fryer to create a crisp exterior. We usually make them with pork sausage, but turkey sausage works just as well.
8/21
Air-Fryer Sausage Bacon Bites
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Try surprising your family on Sunday morning by pulling these bites out of the air fryer as they head to breakfast, and get ready for the oohs and aahs of delight. They're equally delicious as a party appetizer. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 74 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
This easy three-ingredient recipe combines two breakfast proteins in a single bite! Juicy sausage is wrapped with bacon and rolled in brown sugar, then air-fried for a crispy finish. These little bites make any breakfast feel special.
9/21
Air-Fryer Banana Bread
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Yes, you can make banana bread in the air fryer! This easy air-fryer banana bread recipe is a cinch to put together. Eat it while it's still warm or at room temperature with a spread of butter. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 254 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
Banana bread cooks in about 35 minutes in an air fryer, but you don’t have to make it in the morning. It’s a fantastic make-ahead breakfast for busy days. Warm each slice in the microwave (or air fryer) and slather with butter for a tasty morning treat.
10/21
Air-Fryer Eggs Lorraine
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I'm looking to impress overnight guests, this is the recipe I serve for breakfast. It's easy to assemble and it cooks quickly in the air fryer. —Sandra Woolard, DeLand, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 258 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 406mg cholesterol, 687mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein.
Richly flavored with sour cream and Swiss cheese, these egg gratins are an air-fryer breakfast win. Unlike the namesake quiche Lorraine, this recipe forgoes a crust, using smoky Canadian bacon as the base instead. For an extra-refined flavor, try imported Gruyere cheese instead of domestic Swiss cheese.
11/21
Air-Fryer Cinnamon Breakfast Bites
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These scrumptious breakfast treats are so quick and easy to make and the air fryer gives this a crispy, sugary coating that's hard to resist.—Ruth Hastings, Louisville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3 balls: 355 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 533mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
Like homemade cinnamon doughnut holes without the mess of deep-frying, these little treats are air-fryer gold! The simple dough is a mixture of ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, and it’s as easy as stirring together a few ingredients. Try them for breakfast or as a dessert treat dipped in chocolate ganache.
12/21
Air-Fryer Sausage Patties
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These savory pork air-fryer sausage patties are quick to prepare on a moment's notice, but you can also mix a couple of batches and have them ready to go in your freezer. Just pop them the air fryer for about 10 minutes and breakfast is ready! —Carole Thomson, Komarno, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 219 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 527mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
These juicy pork sausage rounds can be frozen and cooked without thawing, so you can pop them in the air fryer whenever you need a quick breakfast protein. Serve them with eggs or put them on homemade biscuits for a grab-and-go breakfast sandwich.
13/21
Air-Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a wonderful alternative to boiling eggs on the stovetop. These air-fryer hard-boiled eggs are just as easy and super quick—a perfect way to put your air fryer to use! —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg: 72 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat.
Why boil eggs when you can air-fry them? Doing it this way makes them easier to peel. Serve your air-fried hard-boiled eggs with toast for an easy breakfast, and use the leftovers to make deviled eggs.
14/21
Air-Fryer Ham and Egg Pockets
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Refrigerated crescent roll dough makes this ham, egg and cheese pocket recipe a snap to prepare. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 326 calories, 20g fat (5g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 735mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein.
These clever pockets are packed with scrambled eggs, ham and cheese for a savory breakfast you can eat on the fly or serve alongside fruit salad for an elegant brunch. You can easily double the recipe: Use an 8-ounce can of crescent roll dough and double the remaining ingredients to make four pockets.
15/21
Air-Fryer French Toast Cups with Raspberries
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These air-fryer French toast cups make any morning special. I made this recipe for my mom on Mother's Day, and we both enjoyed it. —Sandi Tuttle, Hayward, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 406 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 221mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 11g fiber), 14g protein.
Sweet-tart raspberries, cream cheese and a touch of maple syrup come together in these pretty little French toast cups. Baking them in the air fryer ensures that the tops will become crisp, giving way to the luxurious custard layer below. Serve with the simple raspberry sauce recipe or drizzle with warm maple syrup if you’re in a hurry.
16/21
Air-Fryer Breakfast Cookies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I used to buy brand-name breakfast cookies from the supermarket, but since I found this recipe, I've enjoyed making my cookies more than buying them. —Linda Burciaga, tasteofhome.com
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 212 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
Cookies for breakfast? Yes, please! These treats are packed with fruits, oats, whole wheat flour and zero refined sugar. They’re every bit as nourishing as a bowl of oatmeal, with the added benefit of being a grab-and-go option for busy mornings.
17/21
Air-Fryer Puff Pastry Danishes
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These simple jam-filled pastries are perfect for a holiday brunch spread. They were my dad's favorite, so the recipe will always be close to my heart. —Chellie Helmke, Jackson Center, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 pastry: 197 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 130mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
Jam meets cream cheese in this simple yet delicious homemade air-fryer Danish recipe. If you’re new to working with puff pastry, make sure to defrost the frozen pastry at room temperature until it’s pliable. Otherwise, the dough may crack when it’s rolled out.
18/21
Air-Fryer Bourbon Bacon Cinnamon Rolls
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 rolls
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is the perfect combination of savory and sweet. The bourbon-soaked bacon adds a smoky, savory, bold taste to the cinnamon rolls. The ginger and pecan topping makes for a crunchy, spicy finish. —Shannen Casey, Citrus Heights, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 267 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 490mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
This recipe is nothing short of brilliant. Bacon is marinated in bourbon overnight, then rolled with canned cinnamon roll dough to make an epic version of everyone’s favorite breakfast treat. Since air-fryer models vary, it’s key to keep an eye on the rolls and turn them halfway through cooking so they brown and cook through evenly.
19/21
Frittata Goes to Mexico
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love that I can multitask while I'm air-frying. These individual Mexico-inspired mini frittatas are fast, easy and loaded with flavor! Serve with fresh fruit salad and toasted English muffins. — Sharyn LaPointe Hill, Las Cruces, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1 frittata: 262 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 498mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
These zesty mini frittatas bake in the air fryer in just 15 minutes. They get their spicy bite from jalapeno cream cheese and sliced jalapenos, but you can always make adjustments for your family’s tolerance. Use fewer chiles to reduce the spice, or amp it up with spicier peppers like serranos. Serve with warmed corn tortillas or toast.
20/21
Air-Fryer Apple Danish
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this quick and tasty treat when my daughter had a sleepover. I whipped these together in no time, and the girls devoured them! — Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 146 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
Just like pastries from the bakery, these apple cinnamon crescents are the perfect sweet touch for your next brunch or sit-down breakfast. Each crescent dough triangle can encase 1 tablespoon of applesauce. Don’t overfill the dough, or it will run out the sides and burn on the bottom of the air fryer. If that does happen, don’t fret; it’s pretty easy to clean an air fryer.
21/21
Air-Fryer Pumpkin Biscuits with Spiced Apple Butter
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A couple of years ago, one of my friend's parents made pumpkin biscuits for Thanksgiving. I was inspired by the innovative idea but wanted to add my own spin by topping the biscuits with apple butter. I have been experimenting with the air fryer recently and wanted to try to make bread in the machine. — Jessica Burke, Chandler, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 168 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
Full of cozy spiced flavors, these pumpkin biscuits bake up flaky and crispy in the air fryer. Spread them with honey cinnamon butter and serve with a cup of slow-cooker apple cider.
Air-Fryer Breakfast FAQ
What can I cook for breakfast in the air fryer?
You can cook sweet and savory breakfast recipes in the air fryer. Try making air-fryer bacon to serve alongside eggs and toast, or whip up baked goods like biscuits and Danishes. You can also use the air fryer to reheat breakfast foods like pancakes, waffles, breakfast burritos and sandwiches.
Can I put raw eggs in an air fryer?
Yes, you can put whole raw eggs in the air fryer to make hard-boiled eggs. (Just don’t put them in the microwave—that can result in exploding shells.) If you prefer to crack the eggs first, use a heat-safe dish or ramekin to make fried eggs or scrambled eggs. Or pour whisked eggs into silicone muffin cups to make mini frittatas or copycat Starbucks egg bites.
Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer for air-fryer breakfasts?
It’s fine to use aluminum foil in the air fryer to contain loose ingredients like scrambled eggs, chopped veggies or breakfast hash. However, we don’t recommend it when air-frying items that contain acidic ingredients like tomato sauce. The foil will react with the acids and begin to break down. If you’re just using the foil to keep the ingredients from sticking, consider using parchment paper as a liner instead. It tends to be more nonstick than foil is, and it won’t react with acidic ingredients.
