Crispy & Sweet Ham and Cheese Air Fryer Toast
Crispy & Sweet Ham and Cheese Air Fryer Toast
Make Delicious Ham and Cheese Toast with Your Air Fryer – Perfect with Coffee!
Today, I’m sharing how to make a crispy and sweet ham and cheese toast using an air fryer. It’s a fantastic pairing with coffee and incredibly easy to make at home. Perfect for a snack or a quick breakfast!
Ingredients- 2 slices of bread
- 1 slice of cheese
- 2 slices of ham
- 2 large eggs (or 1 if using very large eggs)
- Strawberry jam (or your preferred jam/sauce)
- Breadcrumbs (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Parsley flakes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the egg wash for our toast. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl and whisk them thoroughly. If your eggs are particularly large, one might be sufficient.
Step 2
Next, set up your breading station. Pour the breadcrumbs onto a wide plate or tray. If you like, mix in a pinch of parsley flakes for added flavor and color. This step is entirely optional if you don’t have parsley.
Step 3
Now, let’s assemble the filling. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam on one side of a slice of bread. Feel free to substitute with mustard or any other jam you enjoy. Once the jam is spread, place one slice of cheese evenly on top.
Step 4
Layer the two slices of ham over the cheese. If the ham slices are smaller than the bread, overlapping them is perfectly fine. Then, top with the second slice of bread to form a sandwich.
Step 5
Dip the assembled sandwich into the prepared egg wash, ensuring it’s fully coated. Immediately transfer it to the breadcrumbs and press gently to help the crumbs adhere evenly to all sides.
Step 6
Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper. Lightly brush the parchment paper with a little cooking oil – this prevents sticking. Place the breaded sandwich onto the prepared paper. Then, lightly spray the top of the sandwich with cooking oil, or use your hands to gently brush on a bit of oil. (Adding a touch of oil to the breadcrumbs before air frying is key to achieving a wonderfully crispy texture.) Now, air fry at 170°C (340°F) for 5 minutes.
Step 7
After 5 minutes, carefully open the air fryer. You’ll see that the top of the toast has turned a beautiful golden brown.
Step 8
Gently flip the toast over. Continue to air fry at 170°C (340°F) for another 3 minutes. Keep in mind that air fryer temperatures can vary, so check for doneness and add an extra minute or two if needed until it’s perfectly golden and crispy on both sides.
Step 9
And there you have it – your delicious ham and cheese toast made effortlessly in the air fryer!
Step 10
Take a bite, and you’ll be delighted by the crispiness of the bread, the sweetness of the jam, and the savory combination of ham and cheese. It pairs wonderfully with coffee, making it feel like you’re at a cafe right at home! Enjoy this simple yet incredibly tasty treat.
