Croissant French Toast in the Air Fryer Recipe
This Croissant French Toast recipe transforms slightly stale croissants into a decadent breakfast treat. The croissants are dipped in a rich mixture of eggs, milk, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then air fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside yet tender inside, this dish pairs beautifully with powdered sugar and maple syrup for a delightful start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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French Toast Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Other
- 4 croissants (preferably day old or slightly stale)
- Oil spray for air fryer basket
- Powdered sugar for serving
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Slice Croissants: Slice each croissant in half lengthwise to create 8 thinner pieces, which makes them easier to coat and cook evenly.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and smooth.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with oil spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Dip Croissants: Dip each croissant piece into the egg mixture for about 30 seconds. Avoid soaking them for too long to prevent sogginess and falling apart.
- Arrange in Basket: Place the dipped croissants in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each piece. Work in batches if necessary depending on your air fryer size.
- Air Fry: Cook the croissants at 380°F (193°C) for 8 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve warm topped with powdered sugar and maple syrup for a delicious breakfast experience.
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly stale croissants for best results, as fresher croissants may become too soft and break apart.
- Do not soak croissants too long in the egg mixture to prevent sogginess.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these in a conventional oven at 375°F for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Feel free to add vanilla extract or nutmeg to the egg mixture for extra flavor.
- Adjust cooking times slightly depending on your air fryer model and croissant size.
Keywords: Croissant French Toast, Air Fryer French Toast, Breakfast Recipes, Easy French Toast, Air Fried Croissants
