Learn how to make scrambled eggs in air fryer perfectly every time! With this easy method, there’s no need to watch the skillet and stand over a hot stove.
Why This Method Works
This air fryer scrambled eggs cooking method couldn’t be simpler to prepare. You’ll end up with a moist, fluffy, and flavorful scrambled eggs.
Scrambled eggs can be tricky to make over the stove. However, with this method, you can attend to other tasks without having to watch the eggs. Simply place the eggs in the air fryer, set the timer and allow the magic to happen!
How to Make scrambled Eggs In Air Fryer
Follow these simple steps to make perfect air fryer scrambled eggs every time:
First, add the cracked eggs in a small bowl.
Season to taste. If you’re adding cheese, whisk the cheese in as well. Whisk vigorously for 1 minute.
Cook the eggs in air fryer. In a small baking dish suitable to fit the air fryer, add in 1 tablespoon butter. Spread the butter around the dish. Then add the egg mixture.
Place the dish in the air fryer. Cook on 350 for 10-12 minutes.
Should I use butter or oil
This is completely optional. Though we appreciate the fat and richness from the butter, we also use olive oil to cook our eggs.
If using butter, add spread the butter around the baking dish. Place the dish in the air fryer and preheat the air fryer to allow the butter to foam. Or if your air fryer does not have a preheat option, then heat the dish for 30 seconds at 350 degrees or until you see small specs of foam in the dish.
If you are using olive oil or vegetable oil, there’s no need to use the preheating method as the oil will not “foam”.
You may use a combination of oil and butter. About 1 ½ teaspoon will work for 4 eggs.
Adding Cheese
If you are like us and would like to add cheese to your eggs, it is best to use room temperature cheese as opposed to cold cheese. Room temperature cheese will help the eggs cook evenly.
It is best to avoid bagged cheese due to cellulose which are often found in bagged cheese. It is best to use fresh or block cheese and shred the cheese yourself.
Avoid add small chunks of cheese as you may result in an uneven consistency.
Adding Herbs
We like to add fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme or oregano to eggs. these herbs will provide a fresh, colorful finish to the eggs.
You may add the herbs while whisking or when the eggs are complete as a topping.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Adding milk to scrambled eggs is completely optional. However, be mindful that the milk may water down the eggs. Adding milk to eggs was created as a way to have more servings with less eggs.
Instead of adding whole milk, you can add heavy cream. About 2 tsp. will help the eggs result in a creamy texture.
The secret ingredient for perfect air fryer scrambled eggs is in the whisking. To have a fluffy, pillow-y eggs, it is best that you vigorously whisk the eggs before cooking them. Whisking the eggs integrates air, which will provide fluffy air fried scrambled eggs.
Personally, I have never used baking soda in scrambled eggs. However, it is used by some home cooks and chefs as the baking soda will ignite the natural acid in the eggs and when whisked perfectly, it will help create fluffy, airy eggs.
Tips on how to cook eggs in air fryer
- Elevate your air fryer scrambled eggs by spicing them up by adding salsa, pepper Jack cheese, or cook them with jalapeno for some heat.
- When whisking, to have more control, it is best to use a fork to whisk your air fryer scrambled eggs.
- Don’t overcook. As the eggs continue to cook in the air fryer, check them one time per cycle as you do not want to interrupt the heating process.
Serving Suggestion
These scrambled eggs air fryer wouldn’t be complete without this air fryer sausage. Other options include:
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Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheese Optional
Instructions
- Crack the eggs in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously for 1 minute. If you’d like to add cheese, whisk the cheese in as well.
- In a small baking dish suitable to fit the air fryer, add in 1 tablespoon butter. Spread the butter around the dish. Then add egg mixture.
- Place the dish in the air fryer. Cook on 350° for 10-12 minutes; stiring with a fork halfway through.
Jess
This is LIFE-CHANGING!!
Mirlene
So glad to hear that, Jess.
Beth
It there anything my air fryer can’t do? Easy, fun and delicious!
Mirlene
Gotta love the air fryer, right?!
Anjali
I had no idea you could make scrambled eggs in the air fryer until I came across your recipe! My eggs turned out perfectly and made such an easy breakfast!
Anita
The scrambled eggs has an amazing texture. Love that I found a new recipe for my air-fryer.
Michelle
Breakfast doesn’t get any easier than this. These are fluffy and is great with cheese.