There’s no better way to start the day than with a plate of fluffy air fryer french toast. Making french toast in air fryer is simple and easy—it takes just 20 minutes and it comes out perfectly cooked.
Air fryer french toast isn’t just for breakfast. Growing up, my mom would make us “breakfast for dinner” and french toast was on the weekly rotation! We loved it—especially topped with fresh California strawberries, bananas, and maple syrup.
Why You’ll Love Air Fryer French Toast
- No hassle, less mess! Making french toast in air fryer is easier than making it using a griddle or frying pan. This recipe makes clean-up a lot easier.
- Great use of stale bread! Day-old bread is perfect for this recipe—it actually helps get that crispy texture and absorbs more of the milk, egg, and cinnamon mixture.
- Easy to make it gluten-free! Just use your favorite gluten-free bread, and the rest of the ingredients are already gluten-free.
If you enjoyed this Air Fryer French Toast recipe, make sure to try our Homemade Air Fryer French Toast Sticks or our Frozen French Toast Sticks, perfect for busy mornings! For more breakfast recipes, check out our complete collection of delicious air fryer breakfast recipes.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Use leftover bread, not fresh bread. I’ve found that bread that’s at least a few days old crisps up better in the air fryer.
- Try french bread for extra flavor. For this recipe I used homemade bread, but any bread will work. Growing up, my mom would always make us french toast with Trader Joe’s Cinnamon Swirl Bread—it gave it a delicious, extra-cinammony flavor.
- Use an air fryer liner or parchment paper. This helps prevent your french toast from sticking to the bottom of your air fryer basket. Just make sure you spray your liner with oil beforehand!
How to Store Air Fryer French Toast
Air fryer french toast will keep for up to 5 days in the fridge. Save any leftovers for tomorrow’s breakfast or a savory and cinnamon-y late-night snack.
You can also freeze it for up to two months! Make sure to place a sheet of wax paper between each slice of French toast. Wrap the French toast stack tightly in aluminum foil or place it inside a heavy-duty freezer bag.
To reheat the leftovers, simply remove them from the freezer and air fry for 2-3 minutes at 375ºF (190ºC).
What to Serve with Air Fryer French Toast
Top off your Air Fryer French Toast with fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices are my favorite), maple syrup, and powdered sugar. If you’re looking for an even sweeter breakfast, drizzle some chocolate syrup or caramel over your french toast, too!
To make your elegant breakfast complete, make some crispy Air Fryer Bacon, a few savory Air Fryer Sausage links, or some protein-packed scrambled eggs as a side dish. Or, combine the sausage and french toast to make a Sausage French Toast Roll Up!
You could even turn your air fryer french toast into a Monte Cristo French Toast Sandwich—now that’s a breakfast (or brunch) dish that will impress any guest!
More Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes
- Air Fryer Egg McMuffin (McDonald’s Copycat): Complete with Canadian bacon, eggs, and cheddar cheese, these breakfast sandwiches are perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.
- Air Fryer Blueberry Bagels: Fluffy and fruity, these blueberry bagels make for a fantastic on-the-go breakfast option.
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes: This savory side dish goes perfectly with scrambled or sunny-side-up eggs, bacon, sausage, and a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice.
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Air Fryer French Toast
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Loaf French Bread sliced
- 4 Large Eggs
- 1 Cup Milk
- ½ Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Tsp Cinnamon
- 2 Tsp Vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375ºF (190ºC) for 3 minutes. Slice your french bread into 6 or 8 slices.
- In a large bowl (large enough to dip and coat bread slices), add your eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Whisk together.
- Place your french bread in the egg mixture. Allow it to soak 3-4 seconds on each side.
- Line your air fryer with parchment paper or an air fryer liner. Add a few slices of bread, but don't overcrowd. Cook at 375ºF (190ºC) for 8 minutes. Flip the slices over and cook on the other side for 3 minutes.
Notes
- This recipe can be made in an air fryer unit with a basket or an air fryer oven. If you are using an air fryer oven, use the middle rack and choose the “Air Fry” function.
- Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Make sure to check your food as it’s cooking to learn your air fryer better and avoid over- or undercooking.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Making french toast in air fryer is simple and quick. You don’t have to worry about adjusting the temperature on your stovetop or griddle, and the french toast comes out perfectly crispy and flavorful. And, it makes clean-up a lot easier as well!
Whole milk works best for air fryer french toast because it has a higher fat content. This helps achieve that crispy, rich texture. Whole milk also dilutes the taste of the eggs and gives your french toast a creamy flavor.
Make sure you put an air fryer liner or parchment paper in the bottom of your air fryer basket for this recipe. Spray the liner with oil before placing your french toast on top to prevent it from sticking.
You might have oversoaked your bread in the egg mixture. You only need to dip it in the mixture for 3-4 seconds so it’s fully coated before putting it in your air fryer.
You can use any type of bread to make french toast in air fryer. For this recipe, I used homemade bread that was a day old. You can also use brioche, white bread, sandwich bread, whole-wheat bread, or gluten-free bread.
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