Air fryer French toast

Custardy middle, caramelised edges, and no standing over a frying pan.

Stale, thick-cut bread is essential. Fresh bread collapses into a sponge the second it hits the custard.

Ingredients

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• 4 thick slices day-old bread
• 2 eggs
• 100ml milk
• 1 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp vanilla
• Butter, berries and maple syrup to serve

Method

1. Whisk. Beat the eggs, milk, cinnamon and vanilla in a shallow dish.
2. Soak. Dip each slice for 20 seconds a side. No longer or it falls apart.
3. Air fry. Cook at 360°F for 10 minutes, turning once, until golden.
4. Serve. Butter, berries and syrup.