Air Fryer Egg in Hole is an easy breakfast everyone enjoys! Fill up with toasty bread with an over easy right in the center.
Toad in the Hole Egg Recipe
Air Fryer Egg in Hole is the perfect summer breakfast, and it’s one of my kid’s favorite breakfast dishes!
This is a great traditional egg dish that is made with a simple piece of toast, and has an egg in bread hole to give you a savory breakfast!
Although this egg in toast hole has several names, including Toad in the Hole Egg, it’s actually quite simple to prepare. Made in the air fryer in minutes! It’s so good, and will soon become one of your family’s favorites.
This is a great and easy breakfast recipe. Some of my other favorite Air Fryer Egg Recipes are AIR FRYER AVOCADO TOAST WITH EGG, AIR FRYER LOADED BREAKFAST BURRITO, AIR FRYER SAUSAGE, BACON, AND EGG SANDWICH, and AIR FRYER BREAKFAST CASSEROLE.
Why You’ll Love Egg In Bread Hole
- Only 2 ingredients + salt & pepper
- Fast
- Delicious
- Kid friendly
- Easy air fryer recipe
Air Fryer Egg in Hole
No matter which air fryer you own, with a simple use of a pan you can make these over and over again. My kids love them!
Everyone has a different name for this egg in hole recipe! Here are a few common names for it:
- Toad In A Hole
- Frog In The Pond
- Egg In A Trash Can
- Egg In The Basket
- Egg In A Frame
- Egg In A Nest
- Egg With Hat
No matter what you call it, it’s an incredible way to start the day if you ask me!
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Egg in Hole
- Eggs
- Bread
- Salt, Black Pepper, and Other Seasonings
- Cooking Spray
How To Make Air Fryer Egg in Hole
Step 1: Prep the bread
Spray your pan with cooking spray. Then place the bread into the pan.
Cut out the circle by using a cookie cutter or cup.
Step 2: Air Fry Frog in a Hole
Add an egg to the hole and air fry for 6 minutes. Flip the frog in a hole and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Pro Tips:
- Any air fryer works. This recipe will work in any air fryer — basket or oven model. I have made this a few times in my Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Vortex, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, and even the Mealthy Lid. The recipe will work exactly the same. The time may vary by a few seconds.
- Cook to your preference. The egg is typically over easy, but you could also cook it to over medium or over hard.
- Adjust your seasonings. I love adding simple seasonings to my egg in toast hole. Additionally, you can add cheese on top of the eggs.
- Check on your eggs several times. Keeping an eye on the egg during the cooking process is important so you don’t overcook it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to flip frog in a hole?
Yes, it is very important that you flip the the egg in bread hole when cooking. This allows it to cook evenly on both sides. You’ll have to be pretty gentle so you don’t cause the egg yolk to leak out.
What kind of bread do you use?
It’s fine to make this toad in the hole egg recipe with any toast you like. Wheat, sourdough, white, or anything else that makes good toast will work.
Can I make this egg in toast hole on the stovetop?
Yep! Simply heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium high heat. Cook until the bottom of the bread is toasted, then flip.
Other Great Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes:
- AIR FRYER CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST
- AIR FRYER GLAZED BISCUIT DONUTS
- EASY AIR FRYER AVOCADO TOAST WITH EGG
- AIR FRYER BACON SALTED CARAMEL DONUTS
- AIR FRYER BROWN SUGAR CANDIED BACON
- EASY AIR FRYER BREAKFAST SAUSAGES
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Air Fryer Egg in Hole
Air Fryer Egg in Hole is the perfect summer breakfast, and it's one of my kid's favorite breakfast dishes!
Ingredients
- 1 piece of toast
- 1 egg
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Spray your air fryer-safe pan, with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place your piece of bread, down inside your air fryer-safe pan.
- Then make a hole, with a cup or cookie cutter and remove the bread.
- Crack the egg into the hole.
- Air Fry at 330 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 6 minutes, then use a spatula and flip the egg, and air fry another 3-4 minutes.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 136Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 485mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 8g
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We call it “Toad in a hole” in our house and it’s fabulous if you butter the bread first and not just cook it in cooking oil. We also sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on the top for the Toads spots! Yummy.