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Air Fryer Fruity Pebbles French Toast served on a plate with a swirl of whipped cream

Air Fryer Fruity Pebbles French Toast

4.78 from 9 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

This Air Fryer Fruity Pebbles French Toast has a crispy, colorful cereal crust and a soft, custardy center — ready in under 20 minutes with just 6 ingredients.

Ingredients 

  • 4 slices bread, brioche, challah, or Texas toast work best
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal, crushed into small crumbs
  • For Serving, optional: maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth and fully combined, with no streaks of egg remaining.
  • Crush the Fruity Pebbles into small, pea-sized crumbs (a zip-top bag and rolling pin works great), then spread them in a large shallow bowl.
  • Working one slice at a time, dip the bread into the egg mixture and let it soak for about 30 seconds per side, until saturated but still holding its shape.
  • Transfer the soaked bread to the crushed Fruity Pebbles and press the cereal firmly onto both sides with your hands so the coating sticks.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated slices in the basket in a single layer, making sure they don't touch or overlap; cook in batches if needed.
  • Air fry at 320 degrees F for 3 minutes, then carefully flip each slice and air fry for another 3-5 minutes, until the coating is golden and crisp and the center is set.
  • Serve immediately with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Perforated parchment paper (optional)

Notes

  • Temperature matters: Keep the air fryer at 320 degrees F — the sugary cereal coating can burn at higher temperatures. All air fryers cook a little differently, so start checking at the 3-minute mark after flipping.
  • Stovetop option: Cook the coated slices in a buttered nonstick skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden.
  • Storage: Refrigerate cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze in a single layer, then bag, for up to 1 month.
  • Reheating: Re-crisp in the air fryer at 320 degrees F for 2-3 minutes (4-5 minutes from frozen). Avoid the microwave, which softens the coating.
  • Dairy-free swap: Use unsweetened almond, oat, or lactose-free milk in place of half and half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 402kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 207mgSodium: 479mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 3gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 988IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 177mgIron: 4mg