This golden-brown Air Fryer Texas Toast delivers the perfect combination of buttery crunch and garlic-infused goodness in just 4 minutes. With only 281 calories per serving, it’s a quick and satisfying side dish that pairs beautifully with pasta, soups, or enjoyed on its own. The air fryer creates that irresistible crispy exterior while keeping the inside perfectly tender – making it a faster, healthier alternative to traditional oven-baked versions.
Ingredients
- Texas Toast: 4 thick slices of enriched bread, perfect for creating a crispy exterior and soft interior
Instructions
- Preparation: Select your desired number of Texas toast slices that will fit comfortably in your air fryer basket.
- Placement: Arrange the slices in your air fryer basket or on the middle rack of your air fryer tray, ensuring they’re not overlapping.
- Initial Cooking: Set your air fryer to 350°F (176°C) and cook for 2 minutes.
- Flip: After 2 minutes, flip each slice to ensure even cooking.
- Final Cooking: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes for regular toast, or add 2 extra minutes if you prefer extra crispy results.
- Serving: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Cooking Tips for Perfect Texas Toast
Want the best air fryer Texas toast? Don’t overcrowd your basket – leave a little space between slices so the hot air can move around freely. Keep an eye on your toast during the last minute, since all air fryers cook a bit differently. For extra-golden edges, give a light spray of olive oil before cooking.
Easy Variations
Love to mix things up? Try these simple twists on basic Texas toast:
– Add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese
– Spread with pizza sauce and mozzarella for quick pizza toast
– Mix softened butter with fresh minced herbs
– Top with cheddar cheese in the last minute for cheesy toast
Serving Ideas
This crispy Texas toast makes any meal better! Serve it alongside:
– Hot bowls of tomato soup
– Your favorite pasta dishes
– Scrambled eggs for breakfast
– As a base for open-faced sandwiches
The buttery, crispy texture works perfectly for soaking up sauces and gravies too!
Storage Tips
Made too much? Let your Texas toast cool completely, then wrap it in foil or pop it in an airtight container. It’ll stay good at room temperature for 1-2 days. To reheat, just put it back in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes at 350°F. The toast will crisp right up!
Air Fryer Texas Toast
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 slices texas toast
Instructions
- Figure out how many slices of toast you want to make in your air fryer.
- Place the slices into the air fryer basket or air fryer tray. (If using a tray, use the middle rack).
- Air Fryer your texas toast at 350F/176C for 3-4 minutes. (add 2 minutes if you want crunchy garlic toast)
- Flip the toast over once 2 minutes of cooking time has happened. Finish out the reminder of the time.
- Plate your toast and enjoy!
