In yesterday’s post, we extolled the virtues of the Air-Fryer.
We won’t rehash the benefits again, but if you do have an
Air-fryer or plan on getting one, use it to make healthy and great-
tasting breakfast dishes.

And to get you off on a (healthy) start, here are 4 breakfast dishes
to make for family and friends.

Breakfast Recipe No. 1-
Banana Bread!
If carbs (banana bread) are still on your menu, then you must try this version
using the air-fryer.
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour
1 tsp. of baking powder
1 tsp. of baking soda
1/2 cup of butter, (let it sit on the counter to soften up)
3/4 cup of cup of sugar
2 eggs
2 ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup
1/3 cup of buttermilk
To make:
Heat 6 or 7 qt. air-fryer for baking at 300*F. Grease 8″X3 1/4″ foil loaf pan.
Mix first 3 ingredients and 1/4 tsp. of salt. On medium, beat butter and sugar.
Beat in last 3 ingredients, then flour mixture, Transfer to the loaf pan, bake for
45 or 50 mins. Let cool and enjoy.
Calories per serving- 230
Health Benefits:
Although it has sugar and flour, this recipe also has bananas and buttermilk,
and if you’re feeling guilty, remember, bananas (1 or 2 medium a day) can help lower
blood pressure and the buttermilk, it helps you become more focused.
Buttermilk contains a unique blend of calcium and whey protein, and both energize
brain nerves and slows brain aging, which can increase focus and concentration
by as much as 40%.

Breakfast Recipe No. 2-
Mini Frittata Muffins!
Tired of boiled and scrambled eggs? Use your air-fryer to make these muffins
made with eggs.
Ingredients:
8 Eggs
1/3 cup of half & half
2/3 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup of diced roasted peppers (drained)
1 Tbs. of chopped fresh parsley
To make:
Heat up a 6 or 7 qt. air-fryer for baking at 300*F. Coat 8 (1/2 cup capacity)
ramekins or ovenproof custard cups with cooking spray. In bowl, whisk together
eggs, half & half, cheese scallions, peppers, parsley, 1/4 tsp. of salt and 1/4 tsp.
of black pepper. Divide mixture among cups. In 2 batches, air-fry bake until no
longer wet in the centers. About 15 to 20 mins.
Calories-140 per serving
Health Benefits:
Boost moods and hair growth by eating more bell peppers. Peppers contain antioxidants
that increase mood-raising brain waves by 45%. Plus, bell peppers will keep locks
thick and luxurious.

Breakfast No. 3-
Brioche French Toast!
This is so good you’ll want to eat it on the weekdays as well as the weekends.
Ingredients:
Frozen raspberries, (buy a 12 or 16 oz. bag)
1/4 cup + 1 Tbs of sugar
2 Eggs
1/3 cup of milk
1 tsp. of vanilla extract
4 slices of Brioche bread, cut into 4 pieces each
To make:
In a blender, puree raspberries and juices with 1/4 cup of sugar; set aside.
Heat 7 qt. air-fryer for baking at 350*F. In a shallow bowl, whisk together
eggs, milk and vanilla. In batches, dip bread in egg mixture. Sprinkle with
remaining sugar. Coat air-fryer basket with cooking spray. In 2 batches,
bake bread pieces until browned and crisp, 6 to 7 min. Serve with raspberry
sauce.
Calories 258 per serving
Health Benefits:
Eggs in this dish or the frittatas can help you keep your immune system in tip-top
shape. Eggs contain a trio of nutrients that supercharge virus fighters in your body
cutting the risk of getting a winter cold by 60%.

Breakfast Recipe No. 4-
Nutty Cranberry Granola!
Tired of buying granola that may be overly processed and filled with sugar?
Make it yourself in the air-fryer.
Ingredients:
1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats
1/3 cup of salted cashews, chopped
2 Tbs. of shelled sunflower seeds
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 Tbs. of maple syrup
1 Tbs. of oil (coconut)
1/3 cup of dried cranberries
Yogurt and mixed berries
To make:
Heat a 7 qt. air-fryer for baking at 300*F. Coat 8″ round cake pan with cooking
spray. In bowl, combine oats, cashews, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, syrup and
oil. Spread in pan, Bake, stirring halfway through cooking time, until lightly browned,
15 to 18 mins. Stir in cranberries; let cool. Store in plastic baggies or an air-tight
container. And if you want to make this more like a breakfast food, put some granola
in a bowl and pour on some plain Greek yogurt and mixed berries.
Calories per serving-135
Health Benefits-
You may have eaten oats (oatmeal) for decades but are you sure how it’s benefitting
you? It (oats) can help dilate blood vessels which leads to better blood flow.
Or get better gut health and lower cholesterol with a bowl of oats 2 to 3 times a week.

That’s it, some great breakfast meals that can made in your Air-fryer.

Sources:
* Sheri Vettle, Health Coach and Dietician
* Elizabeth Skordinski, Successful Dieter using an Air-Fryer
* First For Women, The Magazine
* Taste of Home, The Magazine
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