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    Published: Jul 5, 2023 by Slow The Cook Down

    Air Fryer English Muffins

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    Air Fryer English Muffins are a must for breakfast lovers who want their toast crispy and golden brown in no time. They are fluffy on the inside while achieving the perfect toasted texture on the outside, making it a great option for a quick and delicious breakfast.

    Air fried English muffin halves with butter next to w bowl of jam.

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    These toasted air fryer English muffins are super easy and quick to make so you can enjoy them for breakfast or brunch in just a few minutes. Unlike traditional toasters or broilers, the air fryer method ensures that the heat is evenly distributed. The result is an evenly toasted muffin without the need for flipping.

    Simply pop them in the air fryer, set the temperature and time, and let the machine do the work for you. You'll have a warm, crispy, and delicious muffin that is ready to be topped with your favorite spreads or toppings.

    Make sure to try this Air Fryer Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole and this Air Fryer Turkey Bacon too!

    Why you will love this recipe!

    • Quick and Easy: It cannot be any easier than this, you won't need to keep an eye on the muffins to make sure they don't burn. Set them in the air fryer and enjoy your coffee while they toast.
    • Perfect result every time: The air circulating in the air fryer will toast your muffins to perfection with an even golden brown crispy crust, while also keeping them fluffy on the inside.
    • Ready in 5 minutes: 5 minutes is all you need to bring these air fryer English muffins perfectly toasted to your breakfast table.
    A pat of butter melting on an air fried English muffin.

    Ingredients

    English muffins are a type of bread that originated in England and are now popular all over the world. They are small, round, and flat, with a slightly chewy texture and a slightly sweet flavor. English muffins are typically split in half and toasted before being topped with butter, jam, or other toppings.

    There are several brands of English muffins available, also available in variations like sourdough, whole wheat, multigrain, cinnamon raisin, keto, or gluten-free.

    How to air fry English muffins

    Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

    • Split the muffins in half and place them in the basket (photo 1).
    • Toast until golden brown (photo 2).
    Before and after the English muffin halves are air fried.

    Serving Suggestions

    You can serve English muffins with a variety of toppings. Make them sweet with the classic butter with jam or honey, or topping them with other spreads such as peanut butter, cream cheese, or Nutella, accompanied by fresh fruit.

    You can also use them for savory variations such as Eggs Benedict, English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches, or English Muffin Pizza.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you have to preheat the air fryer?

    I prefer to, but you can skip the preheat if you are in a hurry and toast the english muffins for an additional 1-2 minutes.

    Do you have to cook them in a single layer?

    Yes, it's better to keep them on one single layer so that they can crisp evenly.

    Can you air fry English muffins from frozen?

    Yes, you can definitely use frozen English muffins and add a couple of extra minutes of cooking time to achieve the perfect toast.

    Two air fried English muffin halves with butter, next to a bowl of jam.

    Make Ahead, Storage and Reheating

    Air fried English muffins are best enjoyed straight away while they're still warm and fragrant, but if you have leftovers they will keep at room temperature for a couple of days.

    You can reheat them in the air fryer at 375F / 190C for 1-2 minutes.

    Recipe Notes and Tips

    • Preheat your air fryer to get the best toasted English muffins.
    • Don't overlap the muffins in the basket or they won't toast evenly.
    • The timings may vary depending on the model of your air fryer. Check often during the first batch and remove when golden brown.
    • You can air fry the English muffins for a shorter or longer time depending how toasted you like them. Between 3 and 8 minutes for a lighter or darker toast.
    • Don't use a knife to cut muffins, use a fork to get a better texture on the surface.
    A toasted English muffin half with butter melting on it.

    Toasting English muffins in an air fryer is a quick way to achieve a perfectly crispy and evenly browned result. With just an air fryer and fresh or frozen English muffins, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast or snack in just a few minutes.

    More Breakfast Recipes

    • Pumpkin Spice French Toast
    • Raspberry Overnight Oats
    • Bacon and Cheese French Toast
    • Bacon Spinach and Egg Tortilla Wraps

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    A halved air fried English muffin spread with butter.

    Air Fryer English Muffins

    Air Fryer English Muffins are fluffy on the inside and perfectly toasted on the outside, making it a great option for a quick and delicious breakfast.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American, english
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 English muffins
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Slow The Cook Down

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 2 English muffins

    Instructions

    • Preheat the air fryer to 400F / 200c.
    • Break the two muffins in half.
    • Once preheated, place the muffins in the air fryer basket cut side up.
    • Set to cook at 400F / 200c for 5 minutes.
    • Check for doneness from 3 minutes. For crispier browner muffins, cook for up to 8 minutes.

    Notes

    • Preheat your air fryer to get the best toasted English muffins.
    • Don't overlap the muffins in the basket or they won't toast evenly.
    • The timings may vary depending on the model of your air fryer. Check often during the first batch and remove when golden brown.
    • You can air fry the English muffins for a shorter or longer time depending on how toasted you like them. Between 3 and 8 minutes for a lighter or darker toast.
    • Don't use a knife to cut muffins, use a fork to get a better textured surface.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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