Yes, definitely; you can toast the crumpets in the air fryer and it is so easy. You simply have to add the crumpets in the air fryer in a single layer (not more than four), so the air is easily circulated between the crumpets. Cook them for 3 to 5 minutes and add butter along with your favorite toppings, followed by another minute in the air fryer for the crispy and crunchy taste.
It is a quick snake on days when you won’t feel like eating a lot or have cravings in between meals. Here is my take on how to prepare crumpets in the air fryer. So dive right in.
Crumpets In Air Fryer
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Parchment paper or air fryer basket liner.
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 crumpets
- 2 tsp butter
- 2 tsp strawberry jam optional
- 2 tsp soft cheese optional
- 2 tsp Chicken liver pate optional
- can substitute seasonings like cheddar cheese, peanut butter, marmite
Instructions
- Start the recipe by preheating the air fryer to 180 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer plain crumpets into the air fryer and make sure there are spaces between each one of them and they are not stacked on top of one another. Cook them for 3 to 5 minutes and flip them over for 2 minutes.
- Once the 2-minute mark is there, spread the butter over the cooked side of the butter, and cook it for a further 1 to 2 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius or 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the seasonings of your choice. For instance, if you want cheesy crumpets, sprinkle some grated cheddar cheese and cook in the air fryer for another minute or two. You want the cheese to be slightly brown.
- Finally, enjoy the piping-hot crumpets prepared in the air fryer.
Nutritional Value of Air Fryer Crumpets
Crumpets are simply white processed carbohydrates, low in fat contents or calories. Though the crumpets do not have a lot of nutrients or fibers, they are easily broken down in the stomach and quickly absorbed, so you don’t have to worry about consuming high calories. Per serving of air fryer crumpets 287 calories, 13g fat, 6g saturated fats, and 6g cholesterol.
How Long Do Crumpets Take in the Air Fryer?
Well, there are different opinions of chefs on how long you should cook crumpets in the air fryer. I usually recommend cooking them in just between 3 to 5 minutes; ideally just 3 minutes. However, if you are adding extra toppings like cheese and butter, it is essential to give it another minute or two, so the toppings are warm and brown in color.
Toppings for Your Air Fryer Crumpets
Now that you have made crumpets in the air fryer, what to put on them, as you cannot always end up with cheesy crumpets. Here are some delicious toppings you might like for next time.
- Philadelphia cream cheese for the tangy taste.
- Jam for extra sweetness.
- Marmite or marmalade for the exquisite umami punch.
- You can also top off your crumpets with some peanut butter.
- Lemon curd. It will take some time to develop the taste of lemon curd.
- Pate or the classic grated cheese.
- Often, I make mini crumpet pizza by layering tomato sauce, sprinkles of cheese, and favorite pizza toppings on the crumpets.
Can You Toast Frozen Crumpets?
Yes, of course; you can always toast frozen crumpets in the air fryer. Usually, I just transfer the supermarket crumpets to the freezer and put them in the air fryer for a quick snack. But before this, you may have to defrost these frozen crumpets in the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes at 160 degrees Celsius or 320 degrees Fahrenheit.
What Temperature to Cook Crumpets in an Air Fryer?
Not all air fryers are the same and so are their temperature ranges. That said, I would recommend three different temperatures that could be used to cook crumpets in the air fryer.
- 160 degrees Celsius or 320 degrees Fahrenheit for defrosting frozen crumpets.
- 180 degrees Celsius or 360 degrees Fahrenheit for warming or toasting crumpets in the air fryer.
- 200 degrees Celsius or 400 degrees Fahrenheit for melting or warming the toppings on crumpets.
Try It Already!
Making crumpets in the air fryer is incredibly easy, and it won’t even take 10 minutes. What’s even better is that it works with any toppings of your choice. Do not be afraid to have fun with the toppings, try this recipe, and enjoy the perfectly crispy crumpets.
