Air Fryer Appetizers | 45 Appetizers To Make In Your Air Fryer

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If you’re hunting for the best air fryer appetizers, you’re in the right place! We have a dangerously good mix of crispy, cheesy, spicy, and snackable recipes that cook fast and disappear even faster. From bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers to crunchy mozzarella sticks, saucy wings, and low-carb dips, this list is your shortcut to a game time spread with minimal cleanup.

Why You’ll Love These Awesome Appetizers

Fast cook time. Most apps crisp up in minutes.
Crispy “fried” texture with less oil. Healthier than deep frying.
Perfect for parties. Easy to make in batches and keep snacks coming.
Minimal cleanup. One basket/tray instead of multiple pans.

Air fryer appetizers are the easiest way to serve crispy, crowd-pleasing snacks fast with less mess and way less oil.

What Are The Best Air Fryer Appetizers?

The best air fryer appetizers are the ones that get crispy without drying out, hold up to dipping, and cook in quick batches. This tasty collection hits all the crowd-pleasers: wings, poppers, cheese pulls, snacky pizza bites, and a few low-carb stunners that don’t taste “diet.”

Can You Make Air Fryer Appetizers Ahead Of Time?

Yes, you can absolutely make many air fryer appetizers ahead of time, and the best approach is to prep everything in advance (mix fillings, roll or stuff, bread items, and portion sauces), then air fry right before serving so they stay crisp.

For things like meatballs, poppers, pinwheels, and stuffed veggies, you can assemble them hours ahead and keep them covered in the fridge. When it’s party time, cook in batches and serve immediately (or hold briefly on a wire rack to prevent steaming).

If you do need to fully cook ahead, reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to bring back the crunch. Just avoid saucing until after reheating so they don’t turn soggy.

This Keto Pizza Casserole is a quick, crustless “pizza dip” made by mixing cream cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, and shredded cheese, then layering on low-carb pizza sauce and topping it with pepperoni, black olives, and green onion. You air fry it at 350°F for about 10 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned, then let it stand a few minutes and serve as an easy low-carb dinner or a shareable appetizer.

This Prosciutto Wrapped Brie is a ridiculously easy 3-ingredient appetizer: slice the brie, add a layer of sugar-free preserves, wrap it snugly in prosciutto, then bake until the outside crisps and the center turns gooey. Bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes and finish with a quick 2–3 minute broil for extra browning, then serve warm for a sweet-salty, low-carb crowd-pleaser.

This Keto Buffalo Chicken Casserole (aka keto buffalo chicken dip) is a quick, low-effort bake where you mix shredded rotisserie chicken with hot wing sauce, cream, cream cheese, blue cheese, and onion, then bake until bubbly and melty. It’s ready in under 30 minutes, finished with green onions, and works as either a weeknight dinner or a party dip (serve with celery, chips, or low-carb wraps).

These Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers (keto) are super simple: you halve and deseed jalapeños, stuff them with a creamy cream cheese + cheddar filling, then wrap each one in bacon. Air fry at 325°F for about 12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the bacon is cooked to your liking for an easy, spicy, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

These Air Fried Breaded Chicken Wings are a crispy, no-deep-fry appetizer made by tossing wings in oil, coating them in a simple seasoned flour breading, then air frying at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway for even crunch. They come out golden and “fried-style,” and you can serve them plain or toss them in your favorite sauce after cooking.

These Air Fryer Chickpeas with Za’atar are an easy crunchy snack made by rinsing canned chickpeas, tossing them with olive oil, salt, and za’atar, then air frying at 400°F for about 18 minutes, tossing a couple times for even crisping. They’re best enjoyed right away for maximum crunch, and you can hit them with a little extra seasoning after cooking for a bigger flavor punch.

These Air Fryer Onion Rings are made from scratch by slicing onions into thick rings, dipping them in an egg + heavy cream wash, then coating them in a seasoned flour + panko mixture (with a double dip for extra crunch). Air fry them in a single layer at 400°F for about 13 minutes until crispy and golden, lightly spraying with oil for the best texture.

This Air Fryer Ravioli (toasted ravioli) is a quick, crispy appetizer made by dipping refrigerated ravioli in egg, coating it in a seasoned breadcrumb + Parmesan mixture, then air frying until golden. It cooks fast (about 8 minutes at 375°F for fresh ravioli), and it’s perfect served with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.

This Keto Air Fried Cauliflower with Tahini is a simple, crispy side where you toss cauliflower florets with garlic, oil, salt, and a cumin-coriander spice blend, then air fry at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway. While it cooks, you whisk up a quick tahini-lemon-garlic sauce with hot water until smooth, then toss it with the hot cauliflower for a creamy, tangy finish.

This Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is a sweet, spicy, tangy appetizer where shrimp are lightly coated with cornstarch/rice flour, air-fried until crisp, then tossed in a creamy sauce made with mayo, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and garlic. For extra flavor, the sauced shrimp go back into the air fryer briefly so the sauce turns glossy and glaze-like, and you can serve the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

These Air Fryer Cheese Biscuits are quick, savory, and packed with cheesy flavor. They’re made by pulsing flour, spices, cold butter, and sharp cheddar into a smooth dough, rolling into small balls, and air frying until lightly browned. They cook at 330°F for about 10 minutes per batch, making an easy vegetarian snack that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

These Taco Meatballs (Air Fryer Keto Taco Meatballs) are a quick, flavorful, low-carb and gluten-free twist on classic meatballs. They’re packed with taco-style seasoning for a bold, savory bite. They come together fast (about 10 minutes prep + 15 minutes cook) since the air fryer keeps them juicy inside and nicely browned outside, making them perfect for dinner, snacks, or party appetizers.

This Air Fried Feta Psiti (Fried Feta with Honey) is a quick Greek-inspired appetizer where you drizzle feta with olive oil, sprinkle on crushed red pepper and oregano, then finish with a sweet layer of honey (or a keto-friendly syrup). Air fry it at 400°F for about 10 minutes until warm and creamy, then brush the rendered honey-oil over the top and serve with pita chips or bread for dipping.

This Spicy Air Fryer Crab Dip is a quick, low-carb appetizer where you mix cooked crab, mayo, jalapeño jack cheese, scallions, hot sauce, salt, and pepper in a small heatproof pan, then air fry until hot and bubbly. Finish it with lemon juice and parsley for a bright pop, and serve it warm with veggies, crackers, or bread for dipping.

This Air Fried Phyllo Brie is an easy, under-30-minute appetizer where you layer phyllo sheets brushed with butter in a springform pan, place brie in the center, top it with fig jam or cranberry jelly, then fold the phyllo over to wrap it up. Air fry at 390°F for about 15 minutes (check at 10) until the outside is browned and crisp and the inside is gooey, melty brie. It’s perfect for serving warm as a party snack.

These Goat Cheese Puffs are elegant little puff pastry bites stuffed with a sweet-savory filling of soft goat cheese, chopped dried figs, crisped prosciutto, and tarragon. You cut and fill the puff pastry, fold into triangles, and air fry at 400°F for about 10 minutes until golden and flaky.

This Lebanese Muhammara is a bold, savory roasted red pepper and walnut dip that comes together fast by air-frying the peppers and walnuts, then blending them with lemon juice, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. It’s naturally keto/low-carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free, and it’s ready in about 25–30 minutes, perfect for serving with veggies or pita chips.

These Savory Potato Patties are a quick, vegan air fryer snack made by mixing instant potatoes with hot water, peas and carrots, cilantro, oil, and warm spices like turmeric and cumin, then shaping the mixture into small patties. After a short 10-minute rest, you air fry them at 400°F for 10 minutes (spraying halfway) until they’re crisp outside and tender inside. They’re ready in about 25 minutes total.

These High-Protein Indian Chicken Tikka Bites are made by marinating bite-size chicken (thighs or breast) in Greek yogurt, garlic, ginger, cilantro, and warm spices like garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne for tender, bold flavor. You then sear in ghee (or air fry at 400°F for about 12 minutes, flipping halfway) and finish with a squeeze of lemon for a quick, low-carb, restaurant-style snack or meal.

These Chicken Coconut Meatballs are juicy, Asian-inspired air fryer chicken meatballs that use unsweetened shredded coconut as a low-carb binder, along with hoisin, soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil for big flavor. Cook them at 350°F for 10 minutes (flip once), then brown at 400°F for 2–3 minutes for a crisp finish. They’re perfect as an appetizer or quick keto-friendly meal.

These Keto Air Fryer Korean Chicken Wings (Gochujang Wings) are tangy, sweet, and spicy: you air fry seasoned wings until mostly cooked, then toss them in a creamy gochujang sauce (with mayo, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetener) for bold Korean-inspired flavor. After a quick final blast in the air fryer to glaze the sauce, you either toss them with the remaining sauce or serve it on the side for dipping. They’re crispy, messy, and totally worth it.

This Keto Buffalo Cauliflower is a quick, spicy “wings-style” appetizer: you air fry garlic-tossed cauliflower florets at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until they’re tender and nicely browned. Then you toss them in a simple buffalo sauce (hot sauce + butter + Worcestershire), pop them back in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes to set the sauce, and serve with ranch or blue cheese for dipping.

These Air Fryer Nachos (Keto Nachos) are a fast, family-friendly appetizer where you layer Quest chips with shredded cheddar, air fry until the cheese is melted and the chips are toasted, then load them up with fresh toppings like onion, tomato, jalapeño, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime. They’re ready in under 30 minutes, and the air fryer keeps the chips crisp (unlike the microwave) while giving you gooey, melty cheese in minutes.

This Air Fryer Kofta Kabab (low carb) makes juicy, family-friendly kebabs by beating ground beef with a homemade kofta spice mix, garlic, and parsley until sticky, then shaping the mixture into long sausage-style logs. Air fry at 370°F for about 10 minutes (until the center hits 145°F) for a quick, restaurant-style keto dinner or appetizer you can prep ahead.

These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a quick, spicy air fryer recipe made by mixing ground chicken with almond flour, egg, milk, buffalo sauce, green onions, and parmesan, then shaping and air frying at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until golden and cooked through. While they cook, you warm a simple two-ingredient buffalo-butter sauce for tossing or dipping, making them an easy low-carb appetizer (or dinner) in about 25 minutes.

These Air Fryer Chicken Croquettes are crispy, high-protein bites made by mixing ground chicken with ingredients like breadcrumbs, parmesan, onion, Dijon, and egg, chilling the mixture, then shaping and breading before air frying. They cook at 375°F for about 10–12 minutes until golden and crunchy, making an easy appetizer (or snack) that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

This Air Fryer Crab Rangoon mixes cream cheese with lump crab, green onions, garlic, and savory seasonings (like soy sauce, Worcestershire, ginger, and white pepper), then stuffs the filling into wonton wrappers and seals them into little pockets. You air fry at 375°F for about 8–10 minutes, until the wrappers are golden and crispy, then serve with a dip like sweet-and-sour or chili sauce.

These Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are an easy homemade appetizer where you coat mozzarella sticks in a simple flour → egg → seasoned panko breading, then air fry until crispy on the outside and gooey in the middle. After a quick preheat, they cook at 400°F for about 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, and they’re best served hot with marinara or your favorite dip.

These Garlic Parmesan Wings are crispy air-fried wings seasoned with olive oil, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then tossed in a rich coating of melted butter and Parmesan for that classic savory finish. They’re super quick, about 25 minutes total, with the wings cooked at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, then finished with parsley and served hot.

These Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings are a fast, zesty wing recipe made by patting the wings dry, then tossing them with olive oil, lemon juice/zest, and a simple seasoning blend of black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Air fry at 375°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway, then finish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for bright, crispy, peppery wings in under 30 minutes.

These Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Nachos are a fast game-day snack where you layer tortilla chips, shredded rotisserie chicken, and cheddar, then air fry at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Finish by drizzling on BBQ sauce and topping with red onion, jalapeños, and sour cream for a sweet-smoky, cheesy plate that’s ready in under 20 minutes.

This Air Fryer Tofu gets a big Asian-style flavor boost by marinating extra-firm tofu in hoisin, soy sauce, sweetener, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes, then cooking it until crisp on the outside and tender inside. After a quick marinate (up to 30 minutes), you air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, shaking halfway, for an easy vegetarian snack, side, or protein topper.

These Air Fryer Pizza Pinwheels are an easy, crowd-pleasing snack made by rolling pizza dough with pizza sauce, mozzarella, and your favorite toppings, slicing into spirals, then brushing with olive oil and Italian seasoning. Air fry at 350°F for about 6–8 minutes until golden and melty, then serve warm with marinara or ranch for dipping.

This Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts recipe turns canned or frozen artichoke hearts into a crispy appetizer by dipping them in mayonnaise, coating them in a savory mix of Parmesan, panko, flour, and Italian herbs, then air frying until golden. Cook them at 375°F for about 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, and serve hot. They’re especially great with marinara for dipping.

These Air Fryer Potato Skins start with whole russet potatoes cooked until fork-tender, then halved and scooped (leaving about ¼-inch of potato) before the skins are brushed with oil and air fried again until crispy and golden. They’re finished by loading the skins with shredded cheddar and bacon, air frying just until the cheese melts, then topping with green onions/parsley and serving with sour cream.

This Air Fryer Potato Chips recipe makes ultra-crispy homemade chips by thinly slicing Russet potatoes, soaking the slices in cold water to remove excess starch, then drying and tossing them with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. You air fry at 360°F for about 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway and cooking in batches so they turn golden and crunchy, then let them cool on a rack to crisp up even more.

These Crispy Chicken Wontons are made by mixing ground chicken with garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and optional ginger, then spooning the filling into wonton wrappers, sealing with beaten egg, and shaping into little packets. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes (flip halfway) until golden and crunchy, then serve with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

These Air Fryer Onion Petals are a crispy, snackable twist on onion rings. Onion “petals” get dipped in a wet mixture, coated in a seasoned flour mixture, then arranged in a single layer so they cook up evenly golden. After a quick 3-minute preheat, you air fry them at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

These Hot Honey Wings are sweet, sticky, and spicy: you season wings with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then air fry at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. While they cook, warm honey and hot sauce into a quick glaze, toss the wings to coat, and finish with a sprinkle of cilantro or green onions for a crowd-pleasing appetizer in about 30 minutes.

These Crispy Air Fryer Spring Rolls are made by sautéing a simple veggie filling (cabbage, carrots, sprouts) with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, then rolling it tightly in spring roll wrappers and sealing with a dab of water. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, and serve hot with a quick dipping sauce stirred together from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili flakes, and honey.

These Air Fryer Pizza Fries turn crispy frozen French fries into a pizza-style snack by air-frying them at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, then topping with mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning and cooking 2–3 minutes more until melty and bubbly. Finish with Parmesan and fresh basil and serve with marinara on the side for dipping.

This Low Carb Queso Fundido is a hot, melty air fryer dip made by cooking Mexican chorizo with onion, garlic, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cumin, then stirring in Oaxaca cheese (or mozzarella) plus half-and-half until everything turns gooey and scoopable. You air fry the chorizo mixture at 400°F for 15 minutes, then melt the cheese at 320°F for 10 minutes, and serve it warm with chips or tortillas.

These Salmon Croquettes (Air Fryer Salmon Patties) are quick, crispy patties made by mixing pouch salmon with egg, panko, scallions, dill, salt, and pepper, shaping into patties, and misting with cooking spray. Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping and spraying halfway, then serve hot with lemon wedges for a bright, crunchy finish.

These Mango Habanero Wings hit that perfect sweet-heat balance: you blend a quick sauce with fresh mango, habanero, garlic, honey, and lime, then set it aside while the wings cook. Pat the wings dry, season, and air fry at 400°F for 25–30 minutes (flipping halfway) until crispy, then toss in the mango habanero sauce and serve with a garnish like cilantro or fresh mango.

These Air Fryer Sausage Balls are an easy, crowd-pleasing bite made by mixing ground sausage, Bisquick (biscuit mix), shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, then rolling into 1-inch balls. You air fry them at 350°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until they’re golden and cooked through. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or party snacking.

Whether you’re planning a party, pulling together a game-day spread, or just want a fun snack night at home, air fryer appetizers make it ridiculously easy to serve something crispy, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing in minutes. Pick a few favorites from this list, mix in a couple of dips, and you’ve got a menu that feels special without the stress.

Why You’ll Love These Awesome Appetizers

What Are The Best Air Fryer Appetizers?

Can You Make Air Fryer Appetizers Ahead Of Time?

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