An air fryer Egg McMuffin is savory, filling, and perfect for an easy grab-and-go breakfast. Made with English muffins, eggs, cheddar cheese, and Canadian bacon, these breakfast sandwiches are just like the ones from your favorite fast-food restaurant.
I love starting the day with one of these delicious air fryer Egg McMuffins. All you need for this recipe is your air fryer—no oven, no stove, no toaster!
Here’s a simple and delicious way to make a McDonald’s copycat breakfast Egg McMuffin in the air fryer.
Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Egg McMuffin
- An undeniable crowd-pleaser! It’s no wonder the Egg McMuffin has been a consistent bestseller on the McDonald’s breakfast menu for over 50 years. It’s savory, flavorful, and everyone loves it.
- Grab-and-go breakfast! These air fryer breakfast sandwiches are great for busy mornings—just throw them in your kid’s lunchbox or pack them in your backpack and you’re ready to take on the day.
- Great for meal prep! You can easily make a dozen of these air fryer Egg McMuffins ahead of time, freeze them, and reheat them whenever you need a quick and easy breakfast.
If you love this Air Fryer Egg McMuffin recipe, be sure to check out our Air Fryer Breakfast Recipe collection. It’s got something for everyone; there are sweet breakfast options like Starbucks Cream Cheese Danish and Air Fryer Blueberry Muffins, along with savory options like Air Fryer Bagels and Air Fryer Sausage Links.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Use egg molds to air fry the eggs. To get that perfect circular egg shape, use these air-fryer-friendly egg molds. They’re made of stainless steel and have a silicone handle that makes them easy to use. (If you don’t have egg molds, you can also use the outer part of a Mason Jar lid.)
- Turn it into a Sausage Egg McMuffin. Customize these air fryer Egg McMuffins with your favorite ingredients—swap out the Canadian bacon for regular bacon or a sausage patty, add avocado, tomato, or hash browns, and top it off with your favorite sauce.
- To save time, toast the English Muffins. To make this recipe even faster, toast your English muffins in the toaster while the Canadian bacon and eggs cook in the air fryer.
How to Store Air Fryer Egg McMuffin
These air fryer breakfast sandwiches are super easy to make ahead and freeze for a grab-and-go breakfast. Just follow the recipe, assemble your Egg McMuffins, and wrap them in parchment paper. You can place the wrapped sandwiches in a large gallon-size plastic bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
When you’re ready to reheat one for breakfast, just remove the parchment paper and air fry the frozen breakfast sandwich at 320°F for 7-8 minutes. Or, you can put them in the fridge the night before and reheat in the morning at 350°F for 3–5 minutes.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Breakfast Sandwiches
These air fryer breakfast sandwiches pair perfectly with a sweet yogurt parfait or some fresh seasonal fruit. You can also accompany an air fryer Egg McMuffin with some savory breakfast potatoes or crispy hash browns for a more filling breakfast.
Personally, I love having an air fryer Egg McMuffin with some fresh-squeezed orange juice in the morning—it’s the perfect way to start the day!
More Breakfast Recipes
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes: These savory and crispy breakfast potatoes are the perfect side to accompany any breakfast.
- Air Fryer Blueberry Bagels: Fluffy and filled with fruity flavor, these homemade bagels are a sweet breakfast option.
- Crispy Air Fryer Bacon: The air fryer is the best tool for getting your breakfast bacon extra crispy. In just 8 minutes, this bacon is ready to be devoured.
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Air Fryer Egg McMuffins
Equipment
- Air fryer
- 4 Round egg molds
Ingredients
- 4 English muffins
- 4 eggs
- 4 slices Canadian bacon
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter room temperature
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cut the English muffins in half and lightly butter each side.
- Place the English muffins in the air fryer basket and toast at 400°F (200ºC) for 3-5 minutes. Set aside when done cooking.
- Place the Canadian bacon in the air fryer and cook at 350°F (180°C) for 2–3 minutes.
- Spray the parchment paper, foil, or air fryer basket with oil, then put round egg molds in the basket. Crack 1 egg into each mold. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook the eggs at 380°F (195ºC) for 6 minutes.
- Assemble your Egg McMuffins. Place a slice of cheese on the bottom half of the muffin, then the egg, then the Canadian bacon, followed by the top half of the muffin.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your Egg McMuffin was stored in the fridge, reheat it in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes. If your Egg McMuffin is frozen, it’ll need a little more time to reheat. Put it in the air fryer at 320°F for 7-8 minutes.
Canadian bacon tastes similar to ham. Since it’s made from cured and smoked pork loin, it’s softer and leaner than your typical bacon. You can find Canadian bacon in most grocery stores in the refrigerated section near the lunch meat or regular bacon.
Of course, you can easily swap the Canadian bacon for regular bacon, turkey bacon, or a sandwich-sized sausage patty. Simply air fry it according to the recipe instructions and add it to your breakfast sandwich.
