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    Air Fryer Appetizers

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    Best air fryer appetizers pin with a collage of 13 recipes featured.

    These incredibly tasty air fryer appetizers are no-fail favorites for any occasion because they're quick, easy, and food comes out perfectly cooked! Because I am such an air fryer fan, I've shared all of my best air fryer appetizers in one easy location so you can try them for yourself!

    The Best Air Fryer Appetizers

    Your air fryer is the most convenient way to whip up some tasty appetizers on the fly. No matter if you made the recipe from scratch or if your heating it from frozen, you can guarantee it will be cooked to perfection.

    This list includes a variety of air fryer finger-foods, snacks, and apps that are perfect for any get together. With so many flavorful appetizers to try, it’ll be difficult to decide which one you want first!

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    • The Best Air Fryer Appetizers
    • 1. Air Fryer Mushrooms
    • 2. Crispy Pork Belly
    • 3. Frozen Popcorn Chicken
    • 4. Pigs In A Blanket
    • 5. BBQ Little Smokies
    • 6. Frozen Jalapeno Poppers
    • 6. Frozen Potstickers
    • 7. Frozen Meatballs
    • 8. Frozen Potato Wedges
    • 9. Air Fryer Garlic Bread
    • 10. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
    • 11. Potato Chips
    • 12. Quesadillas
    • 13. Texas Toast
    • 14. Waffle Fries
    • 15. Frozen Egg Rolls
    • 16. Tortilla Chips
    • 17. Air Fryer Popcorn
    • 18. Pizza Rolls
    • 19. Frozen Spring Rolls
    • 20. Frozen Onion Rings
    • 21. Tater Tots
    • 22. Frozen French Fries
    • 23. Fried Pickles
    • 24. Coconut Shrimp
    • 24. Potato Skins
    • 25. Homemade French Fries
    • 26. Leftover Buffalo Turkey Meatballs
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    1. Air Fryer Mushrooms

    Tender and tasty, air fryer mushrooms are a wonderful side dish or appetizer! This recipe is simple and delicious with mushrooms, olive oil, and the right seasonings, you can't go wrong!

    Air Fryer Mushrooms
    These delightfully tasty air fryer mushrooms are a snap to make in your handy air fryer and only require a few ingredients! Grab some white or cremini mushrooms, olive oil, and spices and you'll be enjoying this easy side dish in just minutes!
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    Square image of air fryer mushrooms on a blue plate.

    2. Crispy Pork Belly

    Air fryer pork belly is an absolute delicacy and these morsels will have your mouth watering in no time! Just 2 ingredients make up this recipe and believe me when I tell you, they are finger-licking good!

    Air Fryer Pork Belly
    These chunks of air fryer pork belly are rich and tender on the inside with a perfectly seasoned crispy outside and they require no oil! The pork belly is cut into delicious bite-sized pieces and then seasoned with an incredible pork seasoning before the air fryer cooks them to perfection!
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    Closeup image of a plate of air fryer pork belly bites.

    3. Frozen Popcorn Chicken

    Simply tasty and perfectly crunchy, air fryer popcorn chicken is an at-home favorite for the entire family! Paired with your favorite dipping sauce, they are always a hit!

    Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
    Air fryer frozen popcorn chicken is the fastest, easiest way to get your fried chicken fix without having to do any prep at all! Tyson's frozen popcorn chicken is cooked until incredibly crispy in the air fryer, so you get all that delicious crunch without any of the excess grease from frying!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of popcorn chicken with dipping sauce.

    4. Pigs In A Blanket

    What says comfort food more than pigs in a blanket. They are a perfect combination of buttery crescent rolls wrapped around delicious sausages, you can't eat just 1!

    Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket
    This 20-minute air fryer pigs in a blanket recipe combines savory Little Smokies sausages and buttery crescent rolls to make an easy snack! The air fryer is the fastest way to make this classic appetizer that is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and parties!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of air fryer pigs in a blanket on a metal tray with ketchup.

    5. BBQ Little Smokies

    Savory, smokey, and a little sweet, air fryer BBQ little smokies are a great appetizer for occasion! Serve them up on a platter at your next get-together and watch them disappear!

    Air Fryer BBQ Little Smokies
    Air fryer BBQ Little Smokies are a faster version of the classic party appetizer that’s coated in your favorite BBQ sauce and a touch of brown sugar! I cook these tasty little sausages right in the air fryer, so they cook up plump and juicy in just a few minutes!
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    Close up square image of bbq little smokies on a white plate with toothpicks for easy serving.

    6. Frozen Jalapeno Poppers

    Jalapeno poppers are a classic appetizer that are perfectly crispy when made in your air fryer. Melted cheese, spicy jalapeno and a golden fried crust on the outside- what could be better?

    Air Fryer Frozen Jalapeno Poppers
    Air fryer frozen jalapeno poppers are an easy appetizer suitable for movie night, game day, parties, or just because they're a tasty snack! All you need is 8 minutes, your air fryer, and a bag of your favorite frozen jalapeno poppers for a tasty snack the whole family can enjoy!
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    Air fryer frozen jalapeno poppers air fried to golden crispy perfection and served on white plate.

    6. Frozen Potstickers

    Get your Asian food fix with these delicious air fryer frozen potstickers! After these dumplings come out of the air fryer perfectly crispy, you won't want them any other way!

    Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers (Gyoza or Dumplings)
    Once you try air fryer frozen potstickers you won't want to make these savory, crispy, little dumplings any other way! Wave goodbye to takeout, because you can make all your favorite Asian-inspired appetizers at home in minutes with your air fryer!
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    Best air fryer frozen potstickers served on white plate with simple dipping sauce.

    7. Frozen Meatballs

    Meatballs are universally loved and these meatballs will turn out just as juicy as any you've had before, but in half the time! Serve them at the next game day and watch them fly right off the platter!

    Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
    These tender and tasty air fryer frozen meatballs just couldn't be any easier to make, and they're so incredibly versatile too! Sauce 'em and serve as an appetizer or snack, or serve with rice or pasta as a fast and easy dinner!
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    Air fryer frozen meatballs tossed in bbq sauce and served with rice.

    8. Frozen Potato Wedges

    Deliciously crisp with a fluffy center, potato wedges are a dream for any potato lover! Top them with some shredded cheese and bacon to pump them up!

    Air Fryer Frozen Potato Wedges
    Delightfully crispy air fryer frozen potato wedges are a snap to make in your air fryer with little to no extra oil needed! They're fast and easy, and so much crispier than oven-baked potato wedges!
    Check out this recipe
    Air fryer frozen potato wedges served in picnic basket with ketchup.

    9. Air Fryer Garlic Bread

    Crispy, cheesy and buttery, air fryer garlic bread is an absolute winner! Just a few ingredients make this recipe a sure-fire way to enjoy your meal without a lot of mess or time in the kitchen!

    Air Fryer Garlic Bread
    This easy air fryer garlic bread is perfectly crispy, crazy delicious, and done in no time at all! It's as easy as mixing your garlic butter spread and popping the slices into your air fryer - and voila! You have the best garlic bread ever!
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    Perfectly toasted air fryer garlic bread slices on wooden cutting board.

    10. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp

    Easy to make and very tasty, air fryer frozen shrimp are the perfect appetizer! Shrimp cook up quick and there are only a few steps, so this is an easy one for when you're in a rush!

    Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
    Deliciously plump and tender Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp is easy to serve up straight out of the freezer then onto your table in 10 minutes! Cooking times are also noted for fresh shrimp, cooked frozen shrimp, and breaded frozen shrimp so you can have your fave cooked up in no time!
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    Air fryer shrimp served with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.

    11. Potato Chips

    Simple, yet dangerously delicious, air fryer potato chips are absolutely addicting! Sprinkle with salt and pepper or jazz them up with some ranch seasoning, bet you can’t eat just one!

    Air Fryer Potato Chips
    These delightfully crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips are quite simply the best homemade potato chips that you will ever make! Now you can enjoy potato chips anytime you like, and they're not only healthier, but also way better than a freshly opened bag of chips from the store!
    Check out this recipe
    Piled air fryer potato chips in a picnic basket.

    12. Quesadillas

    Cheesy and full of hearty taco meat, my air fryer quesadillas are out of this world! You can whip them up in no time then serve them with your favorite dips!

    Air Fryer Quesadillas
    Air Fryer Quesadillas are an incredibly quick and easy snack, appetizer, or family meal that you can load up with tasty fillings and melted cheese! My family loves using leftover taco meat and Monterey Jack, a personal favorite for super melted results!
    Check out this recipe
    Air fryer quesadillas on cutting board with pico de gallo in the background.

    13. Texas Toast

    Garlicky, buttery, and crispy, this air fryer Texas toast is tasty and goes perfectly with any meal! With a delicious crunch and a soft inside, this thick, buttery bread is the perfect start to any meal!

    Air Fryer Texas Toast (Garlic Bread & Cheese Bread)
    Tasty Air Fryer Texas Toast is simply the best way to enjoy your favorite garlic or cheese bread! It's a super simple way to cook your Texas Toast to perfection without turning on the oven at all!
    Check out this recipe
    Crispy air fryer texas toast stacked on light green plate.

    14. Waffle Fries

    Crispy, golden-brown deliciousness, these air fryer waffle fries are the fries you need in your life! Serve them with an array of sauces and you will have an appetizer that pleases everyone!

    Waffle Fries In Air Fryer
    It's so easy to cook your Waffle Fries In An Air Fryer to golden perfection, you'll never go back to deep frying! You won't want to throw them in the oven again either! This is a fast and practically effortless way to enjoy your waffle fries without using any oil!
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    Waffle Fries cooked in an air fryer and served on plate with ketchup.

    15. Frozen Egg Rolls

    Soft, tender vegetables with a crisp outer shell, egg rolls in the air fryer can't be beat! Make a dipping sauce of your choice, spicy or sweet, to pair with these delicious rolls!

    Frozen Egg Rolls Air Fryer
    Not only is it super easy to cook Frozen Egg Rolls in an Air Fryer, but it also the very best way to get perfectly crisp egg rolls every time! In a matter of just minutes, your egg rolls are cooked to golden deliciousness and ready to enjoy!
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    Frozen egg rolls after cooking in the air fryer served with sweet and sour sauce.

    16. Tortilla Chips

    Air fryer tortilla chips are perfect for your next get together. Make some guacamole, fresh salsa, or queso and dip these delightfully crispy tortilla chips right in!

    Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
    These delicious and crispy Air Fryer Tortilla Chips are incredibly easy to make in your air fryer in just minutes! Serve your air fried chips up nice and warm and see how delighted your whole family will be!
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    Air fryer tortilla chips served with pico de gallo and salsa verde.

    17. Air Fryer Popcorn

    It’s movie night, what you need is some delectable air fryer popcorn to make it complete! Buttery and delicious, you will love making your own popcorn from scratch!

    Microwave Popcorn
    Microwave popcorn is a timeless classic and believe it or not, you can make your own with just some popping corn and a brown paper bag! Best of all, this popcorn is incredibly quick and easy, and you can salt and butter it exactly how you like it!
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    Tender, tasty microwave popcorn pops up beautifully like this bowl shown here.

    18. Pizza Rolls

    Nostalgic and ever so tasty, pizza rolls in the air fryer are a delicious snack or meal! Filled with cheesy goodness with a golden-brown crisped exterior, these are downright addicting.

    Pizza Rolls in Air Fryer
    Cooking your Pizza Rolls In The Air Fryer means that you get crispy pizza rolls with all of the cheesy goodness of the fillings heated to piping hot perfection! Your frozen pizza rolls will never turn out soggy and when timed right, none of the saucy fillings explode from your pizza bites either!
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    Frozen pizza rolls cooked in the air fryer and served with dipping sauce.

    19. Frozen Spring Rolls

    Air fryer spring rolls are super crispy with a delectable vegetable center that will make you want to eat the whole batch! Within minutes you will have a an easy appetizer everyone will love.

    Frozen Spring Rolls Air Fryer
    Cooking these Frozen Spring Rolls in an Air Fryer is quite possibly the easiest ever appetizer to make for your Chinese food nights! Not to mention, they also turn out delightfully crispy and absolutely cooked to perfection in no time at all!
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    Perfectly crispy air fryer frozen spring rolls plated with dipping sauce.

    20. Frozen Onion Rings

    Crispy breading with around a tender onion, these air fryer onion rings are never a bad choice. A classic American staple, onion rings are always great and cooking them in the air fryer makes them even better!

    Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings
    I'm absolutely loving these Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings for how incredibly easy and super crispy they turn out in just minutes! The ease of getting as-good-as-deep-fried foods in these air fryers is just amazing. I love the ease of cleanup and both hubby and I love these perfectly crisped onion rings with a big, juicy burger!!
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    large square image of crispy air fryer frozen onion rings stacked 8 high with dip on the side.

    21. Tater Tots

    Soft, pillowy potatoes with a golden-brown crust, air fryer tater tots are a beloved snack! Dip them in ketchup or mound them up and top them with spicy chili and melty gooey cheese!

    Air Fryer Tater Tots
    These easy Air Fryer Tater Tots are the quickest way to get perfectly crisp tater tots when using frozen tater tots! No matter the air fryer model you use, your air fried tater tots are sure to become a favorite!
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    Large square angled overhead image of air fryer tater tots on white plate.

    22. Frozen French Fries

    Air fryer frozen French fries are a classic side made easy. Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, french fries are always a safe bet.

    Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
    These perfectly crispy Air Fryer Frozen French Fries are the best way to enjoy fantastic fast-food style fries at home! Pop open a bag of frozen fries while your air fryer heats up and get ready to serve the freshest french fries ever with your lunch or dinner!
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    Large square image of air fryer frozen french fries served with ketchup.

    23. Fried Pickles

    Tangy and savory, air fryer fried pickles are a mouthwatering treat! Make sure you serve them up with some delicious ranch dressing for dipping!

    Air Fryer Pickles
    Fantastically crispy Air Fryer Pickles are a delicious and healthier way to enjoy this popular fried dill pickle appetizer! The whole family loves the crunchy Panko bread crumb coating on this tangy dill pickle snack! Serve it up with your favorite dipping sauce for a 'better than' deep fried dill pickles treat!
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    Air fryer pickles in a picnic basket, being dipped in sauce.

    24. Coconut Shrimp

    Sweet coconut and crunchy panko make this air fryer coconut shrimp an amazing dish! Tender, juicy shrimp coated in that delicious coconut and panko breading, just absolute perfection.

    Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
    These fantastically flavorful Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are super crunchy thanks to a coconut and Panko breading! They're incredibly delicious and an amazing appetizer to have when entertaining or just whenever the craving for a crispy shrimp snack hits you!
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    Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is a super easy way to make deliciously crispy coconut shrimp in just minutes!

    24. Potato Skins

    Tasty potatoes, gooey cheese, smokey bacon and creamy sour cream put this dish in the hall of fame! They're convenient and easy to grab on the go!

    Air Fryer Potato Skins
    Air Fryer Potato Skins are an incredibly easy way to make perfectly crispy potato skins at home! Bake your potatoes in advance or use leftover baked potatoes for these fan favorite appetizers that are perfect as a snack, for entertaining, or Super Bowl parties!
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    Potato skins on a white plate.

    25. Homemade French Fries

    Fluffy on the inside and golden crispy on the outside, my air fryer homemade French fries are to die for! While this will take a bit more time than frozen French fries, homemade always tastes better in my opinion.

    Air Fryer Homemade French Fries
    These easy Air Fryer French Fries are a super healthy way to enjoy this popular potato side dish! Use fresh russet potatoes or frozen french fries depending on what you have on hand, both will turn out wonderfully crisp and tasty!!
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    Easy Air Fryer French Fries are a great healthy snack and can be completely homemade or fried up using frozen french fries!

    26. Leftover Buffalo Turkey Meatballs

    These meatballs are an amazing way to utilize your leftovers! Blended with some fragrant herbs and savory Parmesan cheese and then tossed in buffalo sauce, they are addicting!

    Leftover Buffalo Turkey Meatballs
    These super tasty Leftover Buffalo Turkey Meatballs are a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken! They're quick and easy, and can be baked or air fried in no time at all! Serve some up for post holiday entertaining, as game day appetizers, or just to enjoy as a snack with the family!
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    close up image of leftover buffalo turkey meatballs served on a tray with carrots, celery, and ranch dressing

    Whether you're serving many people, or just a few, any of these easy air fryer appetizers are sure to be a crowd favorite. Leave us a comment and tell us how everything turned out!

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    Best Air Fryer Appetizers: Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket (+More Great Recipes!)

    These incredibly tasty air fryer appetizers are no-fail favorites for any occasion because they're quick, easy, and food comes out perfectly cooked! Because I am such an air fryer fan, I've shared all of our best air fryer appetizers in one easy location so you can try them for yourself!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 144kcal
    Prep 10 minutes
    Cooking 8 minutes
    Total Time 18 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 can crescent rolls
    • 24 Little Smokies sausages

    Instructions

    • Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Then cut each crescent roll triangle into 3 even strips with a pizza cutter and wrap each strip around a sausage.
      1 can crescent rolls, 24 Little Smokies sausages
    • Once your air fryer has preheated, place a sheet of parchment paper in the basket and lay approximately 9 wrapped sausages in a single layer on top (you will need to work in batches).
    • Air fry the pigs in a blanket for 5-6 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden and completely cooked through. Repeat with remaining batches. Serve right away with your favorite dipping sauces.

    Equipment You May Need

    Air Fryer (basket style)
    Pizza Cutter
    Parchment Paper

    Notes

    • Pre-heating your air fryer is important to getting the perfect golden-brown crescent roll crust, so be sure not to skip that step!
    • Remember that your 2nd and 3rd batch (until all of the pigs in a blanket are cooked) will cook faster than your first batch.
    • Pigs in a blanket can be kept in a freezer bag and frozen for up to 3 months. You do not need to thaw them prior to cooking, but you will need to add 1-2 minutes to the total cook time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 144kcal (7%) | Carbohydrates: 9g (3%) | Protein: 3g (6%) | Fat: 11g (17%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 14mg (5%) | Sodium: 398mg (17%) | Potassium: 37mg (1%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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    Course Air Fryer, Appetizers, Snack
    Cuisine American

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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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