AIR-FRYER FRENCH TOAST CUPS WITH RASPBERRIES

Air-Fryer French Toast Cups with Raspberries image

These air-fryer French toast cups make any morning special. I made this recipe for my mom last Mother's Day, and we both enjoyed it. -Sandi Tuttle, Hayward, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 slices Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
2 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
RASPBERRY SYRUP:
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup water
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Ground cinnamon, optional

Steps:

Divide half the bread cubes between 2 greased 8-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with raspberries and cream cheese. Top with remaining bread. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk and syrup; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Preheat air fryer to 325°. Place custard cups on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown and puffed, 12-15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Add 1-1/2 cups raspberries, lemon juice, syrup and lemon zest. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Strain and discard seeds; cool slightly. , Gently stir remaining 1/2 cup berries into syrup. If desired, sprinkle French toast cups with cinnamon; serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 221mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 14g protein.