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Air Fryer Poached Eggs

Making poached eggs has never been easier. This air fryer method delivers tender whites and perfectly soft yolks with minimal effort—no swirling water, vinegar, or complicated techniques required. Ready in about 6 minutes, these eggs are perfect for breakfast, brunch, salads, and avocado toast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 78
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil spray or avocado oil spray
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup room-temperature water
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes.
  2. Lightly grease two ceramic ramekins with cooking spray.
  3. Add ¼ cup room-temperature water to each ramekin.
  4. Crack one egg into each ramekin.
  5. Place the ramekins into the air fryer and cook at 360°F (182°C) for 5 minutes.
  6. Carefully loosen the eggs from the sides of the ramekins using a teaspoon or small spatula.
  7. Return the ramekins to the air fryer and cook for 1–2 more minutes, depending on your preferred yolk consistency.
  8. Gently slide each egg into a fine mesh strainer to drain the excess water.
  9. Season with salt and black pepper, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Fresh eggs produce the neatest shape and the best texture.
  • Room-temperature water works perfectly—there’s no need to pre-boil it.
  • Every air fryer cooks a little differently, so use your first batch to fine-tune the cooking time.
  • Don’t overcook the eggs. They’ll continue to cook slightly after being removed from the air fryer.
  • Ceramic ramekins provide more reliable results than silicone egg cups.