Description
This Easy Air Fryer Custard Toast recipe is a delightful and quick breakfast option that combines creamy custard with fresh fruit atop thick-cut bread. Using an air fryer ensures a perfectly set custard with golden, crispy edges, making it a comforting and visually appealing morning treat.
Ingredients
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Custard Mixture
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toast and Toppings
- 2 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or sourdough)
- 1/4 cup fresh fruit (such as berries, banana slices, or peach slices)
- Powdered sugar or cinnamon for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking and a perfectly crisp texture for the custard toast.
- Prepare Custard Mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, Greek yogurt, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Create Wells in Bread. Using the back of a spoon, gently press the center of each bread slice to create a shallow well without tearing the crust, which will hold the custard filling.
- Fill Bread with Custard. Spoon the prepared custard mixture into the wells of each bread slice, filling them evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add Fresh Fruit. Top each custard-filled bread slice with your choice of fresh fruit slices, such as berries, banana, or peaches, for a burst of flavor and freshness.
- Air Fry the Toast. Carefully place the custard toasts in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping, and air fry for 5–7 minutes until the custard is set and the edges of the bread turn golden and crisp.
- Cool and Serve. Remove from the air fryer and allow the toasts to cool slightly. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or sprinkle cinnamon on top. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of lemon zest to the custard mixture before cooking.
- You can swap plain Greek yogurt with flavored Greek yogurt like vanilla or honey for an added taste dimension.
- This recipe is easy to double or triple to serve more people.
- Use sturdy bread like brioche or sourdough to hold the custard well without becoming soggy.
