Introduction

Air Fryer Breakfast Bites are a delicious and easy way to start your day with a savory, cheesy treat. These bite-sized pockets filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheddar cheese come together quickly and cook to a golden perfection in the air fryer. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches.

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Ingredients

6 slices bacon
4 large eggs

1 tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons diced green chiles (from a can)

1 can refrigerated flaky layers biscuit dough (8 count)
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

Step 1: Add the bacon to the basket of your air fryer and cook for 8 minutes at 400°F (204°C) until crisp.
Step 2: Remove the bacon and crumble it. Drain any bacon grease and wipe out the air fryer basket.
Step 3: While the bacon cooks, whisk together the eggs and milk. Scramble the eggs gently in a greased skillet over low heat until just set. Season with salt. Avoid overcooking since they will finish cooking in the air fryer.

Step 4: Remove the eggs from the heat and stir in the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and diced green chiles.
Step 5: Open the biscuit dough package and separate each biscuit in half to create 16 pieces.
Step 6: Spoon the egg mixture evenly into the center of each biscuit piece.

Step 7: Fold the edges of the biscuit dough around the filling and roll into a ball, sealing carefully to prevent leaks during cooking.
Step 8: Mix the melted butter and maple syrup together.
Step 9: Arrange the biscuit balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each for air circulation; cook in batches if needed.

Step 10: Brush the tops of each biscuit ball with the maple butter mixture.
Step 11: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 12: Serve hot and enjoy your breakfast bites!

Tips & Variations

Try adding diced bell peppers or onions to the egg mixture for extra flavor and texture.
Use spicy chorizo instead of bacon for a flavorful twist.
For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.

Make sure to seal the dough edges well to prevent the filling from leaking during cooking.

Storage

Store leftover breakfast bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes to restore crispness, or microwave until warm. These bites can also be frozen before air frying; simply thaw and cook as directed.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a baked breakfast roll with one layer of soft, golden-brown dough that is shiny and slightly glossy on the outside; inside is a layer of fluffy, yellow scrambled eggs mixed with small pieces of reddish-pink cooked bacon; the roll is lightly cracked open to reveal the filling inside; the roll sits on white parchment paper with parts of other similar rolls blurred out in the background, all placed on a surface with a white marbled texture; a silver fork rests in the lower left corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the breakfast bites and store them in the refrigerator for a few hours before air frying. Just be sure to seal the dough well to prevent drying out.

What can I use instead of refrigerated biscuit dough?

If you prefer, you can use homemade biscuit dough or crescent roll dough, though cooking times may vary slightly. These alternatives will also provide a delicious flaky texture.