This crispy Air Fryer Ravioli is your ticket to restaurant-style appetizers in just 15 minutes! Perfectly golden and crunchy on the outside, yet tender and cheesy within, each bite delivers pure comfort food bliss.
At only 357 calories per serving, these irresistible pasta pockets offer a healthier spin on the deep-fried classic without sacrificing any of that satisfying crunch. The best part? You’ll only need a handful of ingredients and your trusty air fryer to create this crowd-pleasing starter.
Ingredients
- Bread Crumbs: 1 cup, preferably Italian-style for extra flavor
- Italian Seasoning: 2 tablespoons to enhance the coating
- Eggs: 2 large eggs, beaten until smooth
- Frozen Ravioli: 1 package, thawed completely before breading
Instructions
- Prep Station: Set up two shallow bowls – one with beaten eggs, another with bread crumbs mixed with Italian seasoning
- Coating Process: Dip each thawed ravioli in egg mixture, ensuring full coverage
- Breading Step: Transfer egg-coated ravioli to bread crumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly
- Air Fryer Setup: Arrange breaded ravioli in air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding
- Air Frying: Cook at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through
- Crispiness Check: If needed, spritz with oil for extra crispiness
- Final Touch: Garnish with fresh basil and serve with warm marinara sauce
Air Fryer Tips
Hey there! For the crispiest ravioli, don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket – leave some space between each piece so the hot air can work its magic. If your ravioli aren’t getting as crispy as you’d like, a light spray of oil will help them turn golden brown. Different air fryers can heat differently, so check your ravioli at around 7 minutes to see how they’re doing.
Easy Variations
Want to mix things up? Try using panko bread crumbs for extra crunch! You can also play with different seasonings – try adding grated parmesan to your breadcrumb mixture, or swap the Italian seasoning for ranch seasoning mix. Both cheese and meat-filled ravioli work great in this recipe, so use whichever you love most.
Serving Ideas
These crispy bites make amazing appetizers! Set them out with warm marinara sauce for dipping, or try other sauces like alfredo, pesto, or ranch. Want to make it a meal? Serve them alongside a fresh green salad with Italian dressing. They’re perfect for game day snacking or as a fun Friday night dinner with the family.
Storage Tips
These air fryer ravioli are best eaten right away while they’re hot and crispy. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes – they’ll crisp right back up! Avoid microwaving if possible, as this can make them soggy.
Air Fryer Ravioli
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Shallow Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 package frozen ravioli thawed
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. Put the eggs in their own shallow bowl and whisk them.
- Put the bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and mix with spices.
- Dredge the thawed ravioli through the egg mixture.
- Then dredge the egg-coated ravioli into the bread crumbs. Flip and cover both sides.
- Place breaded ravioli into the air fryer basket or tray. Air Fry at 350F/176C for 8-10 minutes.
- Flip the breaded ravioli mid way through. If the bread crumbs are not crisping up, you can spritz with oil.
- Optionally: garnish with chopped fresh basil and serve with marinara sauce.
