Quick and Delicious: 14 Appetizers You Can Make in Your Air Fryer

These air fryer appetizers are the perfect way to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. From crispy finger foods to cheesy bites, these recipes will become crowd favorites whether planning a casual get-together or simply craving something tasty.

Air Fried Breaded Shrimp

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These air-fried breaded shrimp are quick and easy. Lightly seasoned with a crispy coating, these crispy shrimp are so good you won’t believe they aren’t deep-fried. Delicious when served with cocktail sauce or tartar sauce for dipping.

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Air Fried Meatball Sub Skewers

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Air fryer meatball sub skewers are made with all-beef meatballs stuffed with mozzarella cheese and wrapped in a flaky croissant pastry. They cook in just 10 minutes in the air fryer, then they are brushed with savoury garlic butter for ultimate flavour.

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Air Fryer Parmesan Garlic Wings

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Extra crispy air-fried wings smothered with buttery garlic parmesan sauce. They are perfect for an appetizer or wing platters for informal gatherings and football parties. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and make a large batch, as they will disappear quickly.

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Air Fryer Hot Cheese Dip

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Bubbly, hot cheese dip made with three kinds of cheese and savoury herbs is ready in minutes using the air fryer. This popular appetizer is full of flavour. Serve with some crusty bread, crackers or veggies. Perfect for casual get-togethers, game-day, or any time you crave a cheesy snack.

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Air Fried Buffalo Chicken Wontons

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A creamy, cheesy, spicy buffalo chicken filling wrapped in a crispy wonton. These air fryer buffalo chicken wontons are quick and easy. Made with simple ingredients, they are ready in about 25 minutes. Served with a blue cheese dip or hot sauce, these crispy wontons are the perfect finger food for an appetizer platter.

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Crispy Bagel Chips

Bagel crisps are a great way to use leftover bagels. These crunchy bagel chips, seasoned with herbs and garlic powder, are perfect for a snack or served on an appetizer platter with your favorite dip.

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

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Bacon-wrapped chicken tenders are a quick and easy appetizer. Juicy seasoned chicken tenderloins are wrapped in bacon and air-fried, creating delicious chicken strips for dipping.

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Air Fryer Cheeseburger Eggrolls

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Crispy, crunch egg rolls filled with ground beef, cheese and seasonings. Air fryer cheeseburger egg rolls turn everyone’s favorite burger into a delicious finger food. They can also be made ahead of time and frozen.

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Air Fryer Honey Hot Wings

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Air fryer honey buffalo wings are delicious, extra crispy chicken wings with a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce. They are made with simple ingredients and make a large batch. Perfect on an appetizer or wing platter with your favorite blue cheese or ranch dressing.

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Air Fryer Pasta Chips

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Air fried pasta chips make a fun, quick snack. Just take some cooked pasta noodles, toss them in some cheese and seasoning and air fry until crisp. These little chips are an addicting little treat. Serve with your favorite dip and enjoy.

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Air Fried Jalapeno Popper Wontons

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A creamy, cheesy, and spicy jalapeno popper filling wrapped in a crispy wonton. These air fryer jalapeno wontons are quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. These little wontons are perfect as an appetizer or snack. Serve them up on a platter with your favourite dip and dig in.

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Air Fryer Pesto Turkey Meatballs

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These air-fryer turkey meatballs, flavored with pesto and parmesan cheese take only 8 minutes to cook. They work great as an easy appetizer. Serve them with a dish of marinara or ranch for dipping.

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Air Fryer Pizza Bagels

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Air fryer pizza bagels are a tasty snack the whole family will love. You only need a few simple ingredients to make these delicious pizzas; you can top them any way you like. When made on mini-bagels, they are an ideal appetizer. Ready in less than 5 minutes, they are quick and easy.

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Air Fryer Tequila Lime Wings

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Air fryer tequila lime wings are zesty and flavorful chicken wings coated in a sticky sauce. The wings are seasoned and air-fried, creating an extra crispy skin perfect for holding onto the sticky tequila lime sauce. Serve these as an appetizer, on a wing platter, or when gathering for game day.

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