Air Fryer Crumpets {No preheat!} 

Sometimes all you want is a quick, filling breakfast – that’s where these air fryer crumpets come in! Toasting them in the air fryer helps create a deliciously crispy exterior. My recipe includes a topping of butter, cheddar, roasted tomatoes, and marmite for a deliciously savoury, umami-forward taste.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Easy: What’s easier than a recipe for air fryer crumpets that’s ready in less than 10 minutes? With only 3 steps, this quick and convenient dish is a weekly breakfast staple.
• Quick: As mentioned, these air fryer crumpets only take about 10 minutes to whip up. They’re great for days when you’re tight on time, but want a yummy breakfast.
• Flavorful: Marmite helps create a mouthwatering, umami-rich, savoury taste for this crumpets in airfryer recipe. It perfectly complements the taste of the cheese, tomatoes, and basil.
• Versatile: This recipe is easy to adapt to your favorite toppings. Enjoy crumpets in the air fryer with eggs, cheese, butter, jam, etc.

Make meal prep easy this week with more air fryer recipes: Air Fryer Chicken Bites, Healthy Air Fryer Turkey Burgers, and Amazing Air Fryer Steak Bites with Garlic Butter.

Can you air fry crumpets?

A few common questions for this recipe are, “Can you air fry crumpets?” and “How to cook crumpets in air fryer?”. To start, yes, you can make crumpets in the air fryer. They crisp up just as nicely as in the toaster. Plus, since they’re cooked flat, you can add tasty toppings before air frying them.

Once you have your desired toppings on the crumpets, pop them in the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 200°C. Add any final touches (like garnishes), and enjoy!

Ingredients

The ingredients that make these Air Fryer Crumpets irresistible are the following:

Crumpets:
These are the base for this recipe. You can use any pre-made crumpets that you like.

Marmite:
This is the key to bold, flavourful air fry crumpets. You can also use Vegemite for a similar effect if you prefer a bolder taste.

Cheddar:
I find cheddar pairs well with the other flavours in this recipe. Feel free to experiment with other types of cheese, like mozzarella or muenster.

See the recipe card for full information on all ingredients and quantities.

Variations/ Adaptations

If you’re not a marmite fan or are craving a sweet breakfast, there are plenty of variations for these air fryer crumpets to try!

• Use different cheese: I’ve included cheddar in this crumpet in air fryer recipe, but you can use any cheese you like. A few of my favourites include muenster or mozzarella.
• Make it vegan: Use vegan crumpets and vegan butter/cheese to turn this into a vegan and dairy-free recipe.
• Change the toppings: Shake up the flavours of these crumpets by using toppings like eggs and cheese, bacon, pre-cooked sausage, etc. You can even turn the crumpets into an Italian-inspired dish with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Italian spices. Or, enjoy a sweet version with Nutella, strawberries, and sliced bananas (cook the crumpets first, then add the toppings after airfrying).
• Add some heat: Once the crumpets are out of the air fryer, add a few red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a kick of heat.

How to make crumpets in the air fryer

1. Spread a layer of butter on the crumpets (Image 1).
2. Over the butter, add a layer of marmite (Image 2).

3. Over the butter and marmite, sprinkle the crumpets with a layer of cheddar cheese and then place the crumpets and cherry tomatoes into the air fryer basket to cook (Image 3).

4. Cook the crumpets and tomatoes for 5 minutes at 200°C/400°F or until the cheese is golden (Image 4).

Want a more filling breakfast? Try pairing these crumpets with other breakfast favorites like: Banana Blueberry Muffins, Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly Strips, or an Easy Air Fryer Frittata.

Recipe FAQs

Turn these air fryer crumpets into lunch or dinner by pairing them with protein-rich mains like: Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon Bites, Juicy Baked Pork Steak, or Tender Thin Sliced Chicken Breast in Oven