The Air Fryer Pancake Breakfast Sandwich is a delightful combination of fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, creamy scrambled eggs, and melted cheese. Perfectly balanced with a touch of maple syrup, this breakfast sandwich is an indulgent and satisfying way to start the day.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- For the pancakes:
- 1/2 cup pancake mix
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg (optional for fluffiness)
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- For the filling:
- 4 strips of bacon, cooked
- 2 eggs, scrambled
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
- Maple syrup for drizzling
Preparation Instructions:
- Prepare the pancakes:
- In a bowl, mix the pancake mix, milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour small pancake rounds onto parchment paper or silicone cups suitable for the air fryer.
- Cook in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4-6 minutes until the pancakes are fluffy and golden brown.
- Cook the filling:
- Use the air fryer to cook bacon strips at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
- Scramble the eggs on the stovetop or in the air fryer-safe dish.
- Assemble the sandwich:
- Place one pancake as the base, top with scrambled eggs, a slice of cheese, and crispy bacon.
- Add the second pancake on top.
- Optional warming:
- Place the assembled sandwich in the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve:
- Drizzle with maple syrup and serve warm.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Sandwich):
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
Key Notes
- Use pre-made pancakes or frozen ones for quicker preparation.
- Swap bacon for sausage or a vegetarian option like spinach and avocado.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 325°F.
Enjoy the sweet and savory “Air Fryer Pancake Breakfast Sandwich,” a perfect start to any morning! 🥞😊