Air Fryer Egg Muffins

Ready in about 22 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Crustless egg muffins packed with veg and cheese, a protein-rich make-ahead breakfast. The air fryer bakes them into neat, fluffy rounds that reheat brilliantly through the week.

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 60 g spinach, chopped
  • 40 g cheddar, grated
  • 4 cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for greasing

Method

  1. 1Preheat the air fryer to 175°C/350°F.
  2. 2Whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper together.
  3. 3Grease a silicone muffin tray and add the spinach, tomatoes and cheese.
  4. 4Pour in the egg and top with chives.
  5. 5Cook for 11-13 minutes until set and risen.
  6. 6Confirm they reach 71°C/160°F, then cool briefly and unmould.

Tips for the best results

  • Use silicone moulds for easy release.
  • Swap in any veg you have; just keep it finely chopped.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer egg muffins?+

Cook at 175°C / 350°F for 11-13 min.

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