The Best Air Fryer French Toast

This delicious air fryer French toast cooks in 10 minutes and has the same sweet flavors as traditional French toast but you can make a whole batch at once without standing over the hot stove! The best part is that it’s extra crispy on the outside but still tender on the inside. It’s perfect for an indulgent breakfast or after-school snack!

 

You Will Love This

• It’s a family favorite, made easier in the air fryer! Instead of standing over a hot stove, flipping slice after slice of French toast, you can make up to 4 slices at once and let the air fryer do all the work! This frees up some extra time for you to scramble a few eggs or throw on a pot of coffee! This recipe makes French toast extra easy while maintaining all the traditional flavors of this classic comfort food.
• If you loved this easy breakfast recipe, be sure to check out my Giant Homemade Pop Tart, Pizza Dough Cinnamon Rolls, and Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Eggs – The eggs add richness to the French toast batter and help create that signature crust.
• Whole Milk – I prefer whole milk for its rich flavor and smooth texture. You can use half and half or 2% milk instead and the result will still be delicious! Almond milk or other plant-based milk will work as well but will make the batter a bit thinner.
• Vanilla Extract – Vanilla extract adds a delicious layer of flavor. Try to find real vanilla extract (not imitation) for the best flavor.
• Cinnamon – Cinnamon is a must for all French toast recipes. Use whatever brand is your favorite.
• Texas Toast – I find Texas toast to be the best bread for this air fryer French toast recipe because the thick-cut allows the bread to soak up the egg mixture well without breaking down. You can use any thick-sliced bread, including sourdough, challah bread, brioche bread, or French bread.
• Lifeway Farmer Cheese – Lifeway Farmer Cheese is my secret weapon for a lot of recipes that need a thick and creamy topping. Similar to ricotta cheese, Lifeway Farmer Cheese can be a part of both sweet and savory recipes and perfectly complements the maple syrup it’s mixed with in this French toast recipe. If you don’t have farmer cheese on hand, you can sub with ricotta cheese or goat cheese instead.
• Maple Syrup – I recommend using real maple syrup – check the ingredient list, it should only include pure maple syrup. 

Instructions

Add eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a shallow bowl.

Whisk custard mixture until smooth and well combined.

Dip slices of bread into the mixture and flip to coat the other side.

Transfer to the air fryer basket or tray.

Cook for 3-5 minutes. Flip French toast over and cook for another 3-5 minutes.

While the French toast is cooking, add farmer cheese (or ricotta) and syrup to a small bowl.

Mix until well combined. If you want it to be extra smooth and creamy, process the ingredients together in a food processor.

Assemble French toast by topping the slices with the maple cheese mixture, mixed fruit – I like blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries – and maple syrup. Enjoy!

Tips

• Slightly stale bread works best for French toast. If you’re using fresh bread, I recommend placing the slices in a single layer on a clean surface and letting them sit out for 15-30 minutes so they can get a little stale. If the bread is too fresh, when it’s dipped in the batter it will fall apart or get mushy.
• Don’t crowd the air fryer with too many slices of French toast! Make sure each piece of French toast is flat in the air fryer and that there’s a bit of space between all the slices. This will ensure that they get super crispy on the outside and cook evenly.
• Top this air fryer French toast with anything you like! Add your favorite toppings to this air fryer French toast. Mixed berries, a pat of butter, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, sliced banana, and more can top this versatile recipe.
• If you have little ones, try slicing the bread into 2-inch wide strips before dipping it in the batter to make homemade air fryer French toast sticks! You can also just cut the large slices of French toast into strips after air frying.
• I use the Instant Vortex and my air fryer trays are pretty non-stick, but if you’re having trouble with the French toast sticking, feel free to spray the tray/basket with cooking spray or add a layer of parchment paper.

What is Lifeway Farmer Cheese?

• Lifeway Farmer Cheese is a delicious soft cheese that pairs nicely with sweet or savory meals!
• The texture is similar to ricotta but it’s a bit thicker and has more of a tang, like a cottage cheese.
• It’s filled with protein and probiotics so it’s not only delicious but extra nutritious.

FAQ

Storage and Reheating

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Reheating: Reheat French toast in a preheated 350-degree air fryer for about 3 minutes or until warmed through. You can also pop it in the toaster for a minute or two, or heat it in a frying pan over medium heat until warmed through.

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