Want the ultimate hack for heating frozen burritos to crispy, golden perfection? Your air fryer transforms these convenient freezer staples into a quick meal with restaurant-worthy results in just 15 minutes.
No more soggy microwaved burritos or long oven wait times! This foolproof method delivers a crunchy exterior while keeping the filling hot and melty. At just 181 calories per serving, it’s a satisfying option for busy weeknight dinners or late-night cravings when you need something delicious fast.
Ingredients
- Frozen Burritos: 2 of your favorite brand, ensure they are completely frozen for best results
Cooking Instructions
- Preparation: Select your preferred brand of frozen burrito for air frying
- Initial Placement: Position frozen burritos in the air fryer basket with seal side facing up
- Temperature Setting: Set your air fryer to 350°F (177°C)
- First Phase: Cook for initial 6 minutes
- Flip: Carefully turn burritos over to seal side down
- Final Phase: Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes until golden brown
- Serving: Remove from air fryer basket and serve while hot
Serving Suggestions
Make your air fryer burrito even more tasty with some fun toppings! Add a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, or some fresh guacamole. A spoonful of fresh salsa or pico de gallo adds a nice pop of flavor, while shredded lettuce gives it a cool crunch. You can also serve it with Mexican rice or refried beans on the side for a complete meal.
Quick Tips
Want the best results? Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket – leave some space between burritos so the hot air can flow around them. If your burritos are extra large, you might need to cook them one at a time. The flipping step is super important – it helps get that nice, crispy texture all around. If you like your burrito extra crispy, just add 1-2 minutes to the cooking time!
Storage Tips
Keep your frozen burritos in the freezer until you’re ready to cook them – they’ll stay good for about 3 months. Once you’ve cooked them in the air fryer, try to eat them right away while they’re hot and crispy. If you have leftovers, you can keep them in the fridge for 1-2 days, but they might not be as crispy when you reheat them. To warm them up, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F.
Air Fryer Frozen Burrito
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 Frozen Burritos
Instructions
- Select the frozen burrito brand you’d like to use.
- Place the frozen burritos seal side up in the air fryer.
- Air fry at 350F/177C for 14-16 minutes. Flip the burritos over to be seal side down after they have cooked for 6 minutes.
- Remove burritos from air fryer and serve.
