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    Published: Jan 3, 2020 · Modified: Jul 17, 2024 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

    Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs

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    A closeup image of air fryer scrambled eggs on a white plate with toast and a title text overlay graphic

    Think you can't make scrambled eggs in an air fryer? Think again. I've done the testing on temperature and time, and the results are fluffy and delicious.

    A closeup vertical photo of a plate of scrambled eggs with chives, toast with butter, and an air fryer in the background.

    If you have an air fryer in your kitchen, then you're probably looking for all kinds of different ways to use it. I know I am.

    While air fryer scrambled eggs may seem a little odd at first, once you get the hang of scrambling eggs in an air fryer, you may never go back to the stovetop method again.

    For more savory air fryer breakfast recipes, please check out the following: Air Fryer Fried Eggs, Air Fryer Soft Boiled Eggs, Air Fryer Bacon, and Air Fryer Egg McMuffin.

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    • Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
    • What is the best temperature for cooking eggs in an air fryer?
    • Additional air fryer recipes:
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    A white plate filled with air fryer scrambled eggs with chives. Toast and butter is on the side and salt and pepper shakers are in the foreground while and air fryer is in the background.

    The easy ingredient list:

    • Large Eggs
    • Milk
    • Minced Chives (optional)
    • Salt and Pepper

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • Air Fryer
    • Small Aluminum Pan (disposable works well)
    • Whisk or Fork
    • Measuring Cups and Spoons
    • Medium Bowl
    • Spatula
    • Kitchen Timer (optional)

    What is the benefit of making scrambled eggs in an air fryer?

    In my mind, there are several.

    Since they're not made on the stovetop with an open flame, they're safer for the kids (or even very elderly people) to make without worry.

    Making eggs in an air fryer will keep the kitchen cool, especially during those very hot days of summer.

    It's fun and different!

    Air fryer cooking is one of the easiest cooking methods there is, so it's far less intimidating for those people who aren't quite comfortable in the kitchen....yet.

    A closeup vertical photo of scrambled eggs with chives on a white plate with buttered toast in the background.

    What are the most important things to know about making scrambled eggs in an air fryer?

    Each air fryer will be different. Just like every oven, in every household is different.

    It is important not to cook eggs at too high a temperature right from the start. Low and slow is always the best bet for cooking eggs whether in an air fryer or on the stovetop.

    Check on the eggs frequently, and stir as needed. If you like larger curds, stir less frequently. If you prefer smaller curds, stir more often.

    Do not walk away from the air fryer while cooking scrambled eggs. Devote your time in the kitchen preparing the toast or juice while the eggs are cooking, but don't be tempted to leave the room and get involved elsewhere. The eggs require your attention.

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    Setting a kitchen timer may prove to be invaluable in preparing the air fryer scrambled eggs. Setting the timer for 2-3 minute intervals while the eggs are cooking may be important for the first few times you're making air fryer eggs.

    What is the best temperature for cooking eggs in an air fryer?

    This is something I learned by trial and error (as you'll see in my YouTube video).

    While I didn't want to cook the eggs at too high a temperature at first, I learned (slowly) that cooking them at too low a temperature isn't a smart way to go either. After all, if it takes forever to cook scrambled eggs in an air fryer, what's the point?

    I found that the best temperature for cooking scrambled eggs, in my particular air fryer, was at 300-degrees for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.

    Additional air fryer recipes:

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    Sometimes necessity is the mother of great recipe inventions. Such is the case with this Ultimate Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Turkey deli meat, smoked cheddar cheese, red bell pepper, and caramelized onions come together in an air fryer grilled cheese sandwich like no other. If you’re anything like me, you are going to love it!!

    A vertical closeup photo of a grilled cheese sandwich with red pepper, and caramelized onion and salad on the plate.
    • Air Fryer Onion Rings from Homemade and Yummy
    • Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Nachos (pictured below) from (yours truly) Kudos Kitchen

    Yep! You heard me correctly. Pizza Nachos. Make them in an air fryer, or traditional oven. Please. Thank you. You’re welcome!

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    • Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower from Spabetti
    • Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks (pictured below) from (yours truly) Kudos Kitchen

    Dinnertime just got a whole lot easier! Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are coated with cornflake crumbs and seasonings. Then they’re air-fried to crispy, crunchy, perfection! In less than 30 minutes you’ll be sitting down to a delicious meal!

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    A closeup vertical title text image of air fryer scrambled eggs on a plate with chives, a yellow napkin, and a fork.

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    Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs

    Renee Goerger
    Think you can't make scrambled eggs in an air fryer? Think again. I've done the testing on temperature and time, and the results are fluffy and delicious.
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    Prep Time 1 minute min
    Cook Time 6 minutes mins
    Total Time 7 minutes mins
    Course air fryer breakfast, air fryer recipe, Breakfast and Brunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 476 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 large eggs
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • ½ cup milk
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon minced chives optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Add an aluminum tray that fits snugly into the bottom of your air fryer.
    • Add the butter to the try and set the air fryer temperature to 350-degrees.
    • Melt the butter in the fryer (approximately 1 minute). Swirl the melted butter to cover the bottom of the tray.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and chives.
    • Pour the eggs into the tray in the air fryer.
    • Cook at 350-degrees, stopping to check and stir the eggs every few minutes until they reach your desired doneness (approximately 5-6 minutes).

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    Notes

    For larger scrambled egg curds, stir less frequently.
    For smaller scrambled egg curds, stir more frequently.
    Every air fryer will differ with temperature and cooking times. Please be aware that your fryer may take longer, or not as long as what is written in this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 476kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 23gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 628mgSodium: 1611mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1676IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 236mgIron: 3mg

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's easy air fryer breakfast recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

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    1. Gloria says

      January 24, 2021 at 2:41 am

      hello, renee! can another type pan, other than aluminum, be used in the air fryer to cook scrambled eggs? what are your suggestions, please? Gloria

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      • Renée says

        January 24, 2021 at 8:25 am

        Hi, Gloria!
        Since an air fryer is basically a mini convection oven, as long as your dish is oven safe, it's safe to use in an air fryer.
        Glass, ceramic, and metal are perfectly fine options. If it fits and is oven-safe, you're good to go.
        Great question. Thanks for writing.
        Take good care, Gloria.
        Renee

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    2. Gloria says

      January 03, 2020 at 4:31 pm

      Well I have never tried making scrambled eggs in the air fryer....but now you have me wanting to give this a try. Sounds like a great plan for the weekend brunch crowd.

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