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My air fryer breakfast sandwich recipe has crispy bacon, melty cheese, and a runny, delicious egg. You’ll love this easy breakfast sandwich air fryer recipe for a protein-packed morning meal that takes under 10 minutes to make. Learn how long do you cook a breakfast sandwich in the air fryer, get nutrition info, and more. You only need four ingredients to make this meal that’s perfect for busy mornings.
Are you looking for an easy air fryer meal idea? If so, you need this air fryer bacon egg and cheese sandwich in your life.
This air fryer sandwich is more nutritious than a McDonald’s Egg McMuffin and you can whip up this breakfast sandwich in an air fryer faster than you can hit the drive thru.
SO GOOD. I’m getting hungry just thinking about it.
⭐ Air Fryer Breakfast Sandwich Ingredients
What do you need to make hearty breakfast sandwiches in an air fryer? Just add these breakfast basics to your shopping list:
- 1 English muffin
- Large egg
- 1 strip bacon (regular bacon or turkey bacon)
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
- Cooking spray
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I’m making this air fryer egg sandwich on English muffins. However, feel free to try making it on a bagel or piece of toast instead.
For the bacon, use a regular cut slice. Thick cut bacon requires a longer air frying time, so you will need to modify the recipe.
Air fryer breakfast sandwiches are easy to make your own! You can use different types of cheese (pepper jack, provolone, etc.) or make one of these substitutions to add to your sandwich:
- Turkey Bacon in Air Fryer
- Pork Sausage in Air Fryer
- Marinated Tempeh (Air Fryer)
- Slice of Deli Ham
- Canadian Bacon
- Cooked Jimmy Dean Sausage Patty
I like to season these up with a little salt and pepper at the end. For extra kick, add some of your favorite hot sauce or sriracha instead. You could also add tomatoes or avocado slices to your homemade breakfast sandwiches.
The Ninja Foodi, Philips, Nuwave, Pampered Chef, Actifry, Instant Pot Vortex, Cosori, Breville, and other air fryers can cook sandwiches. However, your air fryer may have a longer or shorter cooking time than mine does. For the best results, keep a close eye on the food the first time you try any new air fryer recipe.
You may need to make tweaks to how long the bacon and eggs are cooked. You may also want to modify the air frying times if you want a firmer egg yolk in your sandwich.
🍳 How to Make Air Fryer Breakfast Sandwich
Here are the step-by-step instructions for how to make an air fryer bacon egg and cheese sandwich. We need to partially cook the bacon first, so everything in our sandwich will be done at the same time.
- Place the strip of bacon in the air fryer basket. Put it on the top rack if you have an air fryer oven. Air fry for 3-5 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190C).
- Spray a mini metal pie pan with cooking spray and crack an egg in it. Add the egg and the English muffin (cut side up) to the air fryer with the bacon. Air fry for 3-5 more minutes at 375F (190C).
- After air frying, add a slice of cheese to one of the English muffin halves. Shut the air fryer, and let the remaining heat melt the cheese for one minute.
- To assemble the sandwich, cut the slice of bacon in half and place between the two toasted English muffin halves with the egg. Enjoy the rest of your morning!
We’re only making one air fryer breakfast sandwich at a time, so there should be no leftovers. Since these sandwiches contain a fried egg, they don’t freeze or reheat well.
Watch How to Make It!
Air Fryer Breakfast Sandwich Recipe (Bacon Egg and Cheese)
Ingredients
- 1 English muffin
- 1 slice bacon
- 1 large egg
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Place the strip of bacon in the air fryer basket. Put it on the top rack if you have an air fryer oven. Air fry for 3-5 minutes at 375℉ (190°C).
- Spray a mini metal pie pan with cooking spray and crack an egg in it. Add the egg and the English muffin (cut side up) to the air fryer with the bacon. Air fry for 3-5 more minutes at 375°F (190°C).
- After air frying, add a slice of cheese to one of the English muffin halves. Shut the air fryer, and let the remaining heat melt the cheese for one minute.
- To assemble the sandwich, cut the slice of bacon in half and place between the two toasted English muffin halves with the egg.
Equipment
Notes
💭 Expert Tips from Dietitian Summer Yule
This is a level 1 recipe (may help support fat loss). This egg sandwich air fryer recipe is a great example of a portion-controlled way to include bread in a diet for weight loss. Use whole grain English muffins for added fiber. English muffin sandwiches are under 400 calories each and provide a respectable 18.5 grams of protein. If you add some fruit to your plate (such as berries), you can have a high-volume meal for under 500 calories. Since we’re making one sandwich at a time, you won’t have tempting leftovers laying around. Note: If you’re immunocompromised or in another group at higher risk of foodborne illness, I recommend cooking your egg yolks until firm. Nutrition information for one breakfast sandwich and will vary depending on the type/brand of English muffin, cheese, and bacon used.
nutrition info disclaimer
All recipes on this website may or may not be appropriate for you, depending on your medical needs and personal preferences. Consult with a registered dietitian or your physician if you need help determining the dietary pattern that may be best for you.
The nutrition information is an estimate provided as a courtesy. It will differ depending on the specific brands and ingredients that you use. Calorie information on food labels may be inaccurate, so please don’t sweat the numbers too much.
“To taste” means to your preferences, which may have to be visual to follow food safety rules. Please don’t eat undercooked food x
Nutrition
FAQs
Can you make a frozen breakfast sandwich in the air fryer?
Yes, you can make air fryer frozen breakfast sandwiches! Separate each sandwich in half so the bread is on bottom and meat, egg, or cheese on top. Air fry the halves at 350F (177C) for 6-8 minutes. Then put the sandwich together and air fry an additional 2-3 minutes at 350F (177C).
How to make Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwich in air fryer?
You can make air fryer Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches using the frozen sandwich instructions above. Split each sandwich in half and air fry (bread side down) at 350F (177C) for 6-8 minutes. Then put the sandwich together and air fry an additional 2-3 minutes at 350F (177C).
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