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Air fryer soft boiled eggs served with toast and herbs

Air Fryer Soft Boiled Eggs

Enjoy perfectly cooked soft boiled eggs with a runny yolk and tender whites using an air fryer, making breakfast easy and delightful.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large Large eggs
  • 1 cup Water For ice bath

Optional Seasoning

  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • Chili flakes Optional
  • Fresh herbs For garnish, optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your air fryer to 270°F (130°C) for about 3 minutes.
  • Take the eggs straight from the fridge.
  • Carefully place the eggs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
  • Prepare an ice bath in a bowl filled with cold water and ice cubes.

Cooking

  • Cook the eggs for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on how runny you like your yolks.
  • Once the cook time is up, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath using tongs. Let them sit for about 5 minutes.

Finishing

  • Carefully peel the eggs under running water to help remove the shell easily.
  • Season the eggs with salt, pepper, and any other toppings of your choice.

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Notes

Keep an eye on cooking times based on your air fryer model for ideal yolk consistency. Room temperature eggs may yield better results. Store leftover eggs in an airtight container and keep unpeeled until ready to eat.
Keyword Air Fryer, Breakfast Recipe, Easy Cooking, Healthy Snack, Soft Boiled Eggs