bacon egg sandwich in air fryer
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of bread (your choice of bread, such as sandwich bread, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 2 strips of bacon
- 1 large egg
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Butter or cooking spray (for toasting bread)
- Optional additions: cheese slice, avocado slices, tomato slices, lettuce leaves, mayonnaise, etc.
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the Bacon:
- Place the bacon strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry the bacon at 375°F (190°C) for about 8-10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Toast the Bread:
- While the bacon is cooking, spread butter on one side of each bread slice or use cooking spray to lightly coat them.
- Place the bread slices in the air fryer basket, buttered side down.
- Air fry the bread at 375°F (190°C) for about 3-4 minutes, or until they are golden brown and toasted.
- Cook the Egg:
- Once the bacon and bread are done, crack the egg into a small bowl.
- Carefully slide the egg into the air fryer basket.
- Season the egg with salt and black pepper, if desired.
- Air fry the egg at 375°F (190°C) for about 4-5 minutes, or until the egg white is set and the yolk is cooked to your liking.
- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Place one slice of toasted bread on a plate.
- Layer the cooked bacon strips on top of the bread slice.
- Add any optional additions you like, such as a cheese slice, avocado slices, tomato slices, or lettuce leaves.
- Carefully place the cooked egg on top of the bacon and other toppings.
- Top with the second slice of toasted bread.
- Serve:
- Slice the bacon egg sandwich in half diagonally or enjoy it whole.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious air fryer bacon egg sandwich!
Tips:
- You can customize your bacon egg sandwich with additional toppings like sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, or hot sauce for added flavor.
- For a healthier option, you can use turkey bacon or substitute whole wheat bread for a higher fiber content.
- Adjust the cooking time for the egg based on how runny or firm you prefer the yolk.
Nutritional Information (approximate, based on ingredients listed):
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
- Sodium: 750mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 21g
Enjoy your homemade air fryer bacon egg sandwich for a quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch!
