Convenience stores have come a long way from the days of pre-packaged pastries and stale coffee as the only breakfast options. Nowadays, they’re serving up fresh, hot, and out-of-the-box breakfast offerings to keep up with customer demand. One trend that’s really sizzling? Fried breakfast food. Yes, you read that right—fried food isn’t just for lunch or dinner anymore, it’s taking the breakfast scene by storm.

Let’s dive into some of the best fried breakfast options you can find in convenience stores, and how innovative kitchen solutions like AutoFry® are making it all possible.

1. Rise & Shine Empanadas

Move over, soft breakfast burritos—fried breakfast empanadas are the next big thing! Picture crispy empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and cheese, finished with a dollop of salsa or spicy crema. This handheld delight combines the crunchy texture we love with all the best breakfast ingredients.

2. Golden French Toast Bites

Who says French toast has to be soft? Fried French Toast Bites are the perfect grab-and-go option, offering a crispy, golden exterior with a soft, custardy center. Dipped in syrup or dusted with cinnamon sugar, these sweet bites are as convenient as they are delicious.

3. Loaded B-Fast Egg Rolls

Egg rolls for breakfast? Absolutely! These savory fried rolls are packed with scrambled eggs, cheese, ham, or sausage—basically, a full breakfast wrapped in a crispy shell. They're portable, flavorful, and add a new twist to your typical morning meal.

4. Morning Tots

Tots are so much more than just a side option! Classic tater tots are loaded with toppings like melted cheese, crumbled bacon, or even scrambled eggs on top, turning them into a hearty meal that promises a bit of breakfast in every bite.

The Secret Behind It All: AutoFry

What’s making these extraordinary fried breakfast options possible in convenience stores without full-scale kitchens? Enter AutoFry, the fully automated, ventless deep-fryer. This kitchen game-changer allows convenience stores to offer fried food without the need for expensive hoods or ventilation systems.

AutoFry’s key benefits:

• Ventless operation: No need for complex ventilation installations, making it easy to integrate into any space.
• Compact size: Its small footprint fits into even the tightest of store layouts.
• Fully automated: The push-button operation makes it simple for employees to use, ensuring consistent results every time.
• Safety-first design: AutoFry is fully enclosed, reducing the risk of burns or other fryer-related accidents.

Whether it’s frying up breakfast empanadas or whipping up a fresh batch of French toast bites, AutoFry allows convenience stores to expand their menus and attract the breakfast crowd in new ways.

See AutoFry in Action!

Interested in seeing AutoFry in person and learning how it can help revolutionize your convenience store’s breakfast menu? Visit the AutoFry team at Booth #C4418 at this year’s NACS Show in Las Vegas, NV at the Las Vegas Convention Center. You’ll get an up-close look at the machine that’s making fried breakfast magic happen!

With AutoFry, breakfast at convenience stores has never been more innovative—or delicious.