Ingredients for - Air-Fryer French Toast Cups with Raspberries

1. 2 slices Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2. 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
3. 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4. 2 large eggs
5. 1/2 cup 2% milk
6. 1 tablespoon maple syrup
7. RASPBERRY SYRUP:
8. 2 teaspoons cornstarch
9. 1/3 cup water
10. 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, divided
11. 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12. 1 tablespoon maple syrup
13. 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
14. Ground cinnamon, optional

How to cook deliciously - Air-Fryer French Toast Cups with Raspberries

1 . Stage

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.

2 . Stage

Preheat air fryer to 325°. Place custard cups on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown and puffed, 12-15 minutes.

3 . Stage

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.

4 . Stage

Gently stir remaining 1/2 cup berries into syrup. If desired, sprinkle French toast cups with cinnamon; serve with syrup.