Air Fryer Soft Eggs (Custard-Style / Ramekin Eggs)

🕒 Time

• Prep: 5 minutes

• Cook: 6–10 minutes

• Total: 15 minutes

🍽 Serves

4 eggs (adjust as needed)

🧾 Ingredients

• 4 large eggs (room temperature works best)

• 1–2 tsp butter or oil (for greasing)

• Salt to taste

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Optional: 1 tbsp heavy cream (for extra tenderness)

👩‍🍳 Equipment

• Air fryer

• 4 small oven-safe ramekins

• Small baking tray (if needed to stabilize)

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Air Fryer

• Preheat to 300°F (150°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  Low heat ensures soft, evenly cooked eggs.

2️⃣ Prepare the Ramekins

• Lightly grease each ramekin with butter or oil.

• Optional: Add ½–1 tsp cream at the bottom for richer texture.

3️⃣ Crack the Eggs

• Crack 1 egg into each ramekin.

• Avoid breaking the yolk.

• Sprinkle lightly with salt.

4️⃣ Air Fry

Place ramekins in the basket (do not stack).

For Different Textures:

• Very Runny Yolk: 6–7 minutes

• Soft Jammy Yolk (like image): 8 minutes

• Medium Set Yolk: 9–10 minutes

Check at 6 minutes — air fryers vary.

5️⃣ Rest

• Remove carefully (ramekins are hot).

• Let sit 1–2 minutes — eggs continue cooking slightly.

6️⃣ Serve

• Run a thin knife around the edge.

• Gently invert onto a plate.

• Season with black pepper.

• Serve with toast, avocado, or breakfast sausage.

🌟 Texture Tips

✔ Whites should be set but soft
✔ Yolks should jiggle slightly in center
✔ If whites look undercooked, cook 1 more minute

🧀 Flavor Variations

🥓 Savory Version

Add before cooking:

• Shredded cheese

• Cooked bacon bits

• Sautéed spinach

• Chopped herbs

🍅 Mediterranean

Add:

• Cherry tomatoes

• Feta cheese

• Oregano

⚠️ Important Notes

• Use room temperature eggs for even cooking.

• Don’t cook above 320°F — yolks will harden quickly.

• If air fryer runs hot, reduce time by 1 minute.