Air fryer toad in the hole

Kitchen Equipment You’ll Need:

• Air fryer with a basket or tray
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or fork
• Small baking dish or oven-safe dish that fits in your air fryer

Step-by-Step Recipe for Air Fryer Toad in the Hole

1. Preheat Your Air Fryer

Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes. While it’s preheating, prepare the batter.

2. Make the Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, mustard powder (if using), salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together, then gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Let the batter rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid, which will help create that light, airy texture.

3. Cook the Sausages

Lightly grease your baking dish with vegetable oil, then place the sausages in the dish. Place the dish in the air fryer basket and cook the sausages for about 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through, until they’re browned but not fully cooked. This ensures the sausages won’t be raw once the batter is added.

4. Add the Batter

Carefully pour the prepared batter over the partially cooked sausages in the baking dish, making sure they’re evenly spaced. The batter should come about halfway up the sausages.

5. Air Fry the Toad in the Hole

Return the dish to the air fryer and cook for another 15-18 minutes at 375°F (190°C), or until the batter is puffed up and golden brown, and the sausages are cooked through. Avoid opening the air fryer frequently as this can cause the batter to deflate.

6. Serve

Once the Toad in the Hole is beautifully golden and crisp, remove it from the air fryer. Let it cool for a minute or two before slicing and serving.

Tips and Variations

• Sausage Choices: Traditional pork sausages work great, but you can also use chicken sausages, vegetarian sausages, or even spicy chorizo for a flavor twist.
• Add Veggies: For a more complete meal, add small pieces of roasted vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes around the sausages before adding the batter.
• Flavored Batter: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of dried herbs (like thyme or rosemary) or a pinch of paprika to the batter.
• Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour to make the batter gluten-free.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

If you have any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply pop the pieces back into the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. This method will help the batter regain its crispiness.

Freezing:

You can also freeze individual portions of Toad in the Hole. Wrap each portion tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheat straight from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes.