Air Fryer Toast Recipe

Learn how to make perfectly crisp homemade toast in your air fryer with this easy baking recipe. The best method for achieving golden-brown, evenly toasted bread when you don't have a toaster. Simple technique delivers superior results - crispy exterior with a soft interior every time!

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

1 min

Cook Time:

3-5 mins

Serves:

2-4 slices

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">2-4 slices bread (white, wholemeal, sourdough, or your preference)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">5g butter or olive oil spray (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pinch of salt (optional)</li></ul>

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

🍽️ Serving Size: 1 slice

🔥 Calories: 75 calories

🥑 Fat: 1 g

🧈 Saturated Fat: 0.3 g

🍞 Carbohydrates: 14 g

🍭 Sugar: 1 g

🍗 Protein: 3 g

🫀 Cholesterol: 0 mg

🧂 Sodium: 150 mg

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Air fryer</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Preheat your air fryer to 180°C for 2 minutes. Preheating ensures even cooking and helps achieve that perfect golden-brown exterior from the beginning.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>If using, lightly brush one side of each bread slice with melted butter or spritz with olive oil spray. This step is optional but adds flavor and helps with browning. A very light touch is all you need - too much fat will make your toast soggy rather than crisp.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Place your bread slices in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Don't overlap the slices as this prevents proper air circulation. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to work in batches for more than 2-4 slices.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Toast for 3-5 minutes at 180°C, checking after 3 minutes. Each air fryer model heats slightly differently, and bread thickness varies, so watch carefully the first time you make this recipe. For lighter toast, 3 minutes is usually perfect, while 4-5 minutes will give you a darker, crispier result.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Flip the bread halfway through cooking (after about 2 minutes) for the most even browning on both sides. The hot air circulation in the air fryer does a good job on its own, but flipping ensures perfect results.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Once the toast reaches your desired golden-brown color, carefully remove it from the air fryer immediately. The residual heat from the air fryer basket can continue cooking the bread, so prompt removal ensures it doesn't over-brown.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like jam, honey, avocado, or eggs. The contrast between the crisp exterior and soft interior is best enjoyed fresh from the air fryer while still warm.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Air Fryer Toast Recipe?

Air Fryer Toast requires just 2-4 slices of your preferred bread (white, wholemeal, or sourdough). Optional ingredients include a small amount of butter or olive oil spray (about 5g) and a pinch of salt to enhance flavour and achieve the perfect golden-brown finish.

How to cook Air Fryer Toast Recipe at home?

Learn how to cook Air Fryer Toast Recipe by preheating your air fryer to 180°C, then placing bread slices in a single layer in the basket. Cook for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway through. The beauty of this method is achieving perfectly crisp exteriors with soft centres - better texture than many conventional toasters provide, with minimal equipment and effort.

Why is my bread not browning evenly in the air fryer?

Uneven browning typically occurs when bread slices overlap or the basket is overcrowded. Always arrange slices in a single layer with small gaps between them for proper air circulation. Preheating your air fryer and flipping the bread halfway through cooking also ensures even golden-brown results on both sides.

Can I use frozen bread directly in an air fryer?

Yes, frozen bread works brilliantly in air fryers! Simply add 1-2 minutes to the cooking time (about: 4-6 minutes total). The rapid hot air circulation thaws and toasts simultaneously, often yielding better results than conventional toasters which can leave frozen bread with some ice crystals inside.

What's the best bread thickness for air frying?

Medium-sliced bread (about 1-1.5cm thick) works best for air fryer toasting. Very thin slices may dry out or burn quickly, while extra-thick slices might remain too soft in the middle. Standard sandwich bread thickness achieves that ideal balance of crispy exterior and tender interior.

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