Description
This Air Fryer Cheesy Egg Bagels recipe offers a quick and delicious breakfast or brunch option featuring perfectly cooked eggs nestled inside toasted bagels, topped with a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, finished with fresh chives for a flavorful touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagels and Eggs
- 2 bagels, sliced in half
- 4 large eggs
Cheese and Seasonings
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Other
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking and a crispy finish.
- Prepare Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the bagels from sticking during cooking.
- Position Bagels: Place the bagel halves cut side up in the air fryer basket, arranging them so they have enough room.
- Create Space for Eggs: Use a spoon to slightly press down the center of each bagel half to make room for the egg. If needed, gently scoop out more bagel to ensure the egg fits well.
- Add Eggs: Crack one egg into the center of each bagel half carefully without breaking the yolk.
- Season and Add Cheese: Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the eggs, then evenly distribute shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top of each.
- Air Fry: Cook in the air fryer for 6 to 8 minutes, checking for the eggs to be set and the cheese melted. Adjust time based on how firm you prefer the yolks.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the cheesy egg bagels from the air fryer, sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions for freshness, and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust air frying time if you prefer runnier or firmer egg yolks.
- You can substitute bagels with English muffins or thick bread slices if preferred.
- Feel free to add other toppings like cooked bacon bits or diced veggies for extra flavor.
- Use a small spoon to remove excess bagel center gently to avoid breaking the crust.
- Ensure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded for even cooking.
