Air Fryer Croissant French Toast
Description
Crisp, buttery air fryer croissant french toast with roasted strawberries. Ready in 18 minutes, with shattery caramelized edges and a custardy center.
Ingredients
French Toast
- 4 large croissants, preferably day-old
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter, for the basket
Roasted Strawberries
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Toss the strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Air fry at 350°F for 6–8 minutes, until softened and syrupy. Set aside.
- Cut each croissant in half lengthwise to make 8 halves.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Dip each croissant half cut-side down for 5 seconds, flip for 3 seconds, and let excess drip off. Do not soak.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes. Grease the basket with butter.
- Arrange the halves cut-side up in a single layer without overlapping. Cook 4–5 minutes.
- Flip gently and cook another 3–4 minutes, until deep golden and crisp.
- Serve hot, topped with roasted strawberries, whipped cream, and maple syrup.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cooking Spray
Notes
- Day-old croissants hold up far better than fresh ones.
- Cook in batches if needed; hold finished pieces in a 200°F oven.
- Reheat leftovers at 350°F for 3–4 minutes. Do not microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 373mgPotassium: 274mgFiber: 3gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 749IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 2mg