20 Air Fryer Appetizers

Air fryer chicken wings

Who else is obsessed with their air fryer? We use our air fryer for breakfast, lunch, and dinner constantly! While we use it for salmon, Brussels sprouts, and chicken parmesan, we are also known to use it for frozen snacks for the kids. One of our favorite things to make in the air fryer is appetizers! These homemade recipes are air fried to perfection. Crispy on the outside and oh-so-good inside, you need these air fryer appetizers in your life!

Air Fryer Goat Cheese Bites with Spicy Honey

“Goat cheese and me…we are friends! But a crispy, crunchy goat cheese bite with a sweet and spicy sauce drizzled over top…we are soulmates 😉 Air Fryer Crispy Goat Cheese Bites with Spicy Honey are the perfect appetizer or snack.” – Cheri

Air Fryer Crab Rangoons

“These little pockets of creamy goodness crisp up perfectly in the airfryer. I use the Ninja Foodi Grill almost every day for everything from chicken nuggets for the kids to grilling steaks when I don’t cook on the stovetop. I even cook hot dogs in there when it’s cold outside.” – Ed

Air Fryer Garlic and Parm Green Bean Fries

“Air Fryer Garlic and Parm Green Bean Fries are the perfect snacks to enjoy as you are cheering on your favorite sports team, at a party, or as a weeknight treat. With a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these air fryer green bean fries in a hurry! Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and dive in.” – Carla

Air Fryer Blooming Onion

“This air fryer blooming onion looks difficult to make, but it really isn’t. Once you learn how to cut the onion you can make this fun appetizer and amaze your family and friends! Make this restaurant quality appetizer at home.” – Anne

Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

“Air fryer stuffed mushrooms are filled with a cheesy bacon cheddar filling and cook quickly in the air fryer.” – Holly

Air Fried Macaroni and Cheese Balls

“These Air Fried Macaroni and Cheese Balls are perfect for any day of the week. Air fry them for a healthier version of your favorite appetizer.” – Tanya

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

“Fried pickles are one of my favorite appetizers and I’ve been dying to try them in the air fryer. The thing is – I like fried pickles with batter – and you can’t really do a true ‘batter’ in an air fryer – so what could I do? “ – Heather

Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

“I love a good game day snack and these Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos are the best around. They’re so easy to make, pop in the air fryer, and eat as finger food during football or any sports game.” – Samantha

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

“An easy, healthy spicy appetizer made in just minutes! Crispy outside, tender inside and loaded with bold flavor. Serve with ranch or blue cheese for dipping.” – Bernie

Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

“Love quick and easy appetizer recipes? These Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket are easy, quick and have minimal ingredients. The perfect treat to munch on.” – Alli

Air Fryer Potato Chips Recipe

“This Air Fryer Potato Chips recipe is going to blow your mind! The chips are crunchy and so delicious, and you won’t feel guilty at all about enjoying a bowl or two.” – Natalya

Air Fryer Crab Cakes + Homemade Remoulade

“Air fryer crab cakes are easy to make and healthy! Delicious crab cakes cooked in the air fryer make a delicious meal or appetizer.” – Lyndsey

Air Fryer Hooter’s Chicken Wings Copycat

“This is a copycat recipe for air fryer Hooter’s chicken wings. They’re crispy, a little spicy, and definitely juicy! Perfect as an appetizer for parties or as a meal at home.” – Tiffany

Air Fryer Sausage Balls

“This easy recipe for 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Sausage Balls are made from pork sausage, cheddar cheese and almond flour. They are then cooked in the air fryer in under 20 minutes. Makes a great keto or low carb appetizer for any holiday or game day event.” – Valerie

Air Fryer Onion Rings

“Crispy, crunchy, flavor-packed Onion Rings… just like what you’d get at your favorite restaurant! This recipe is quick and easy, and so delicious you’ll never believe they’re made in an air fryer!” – Cathy

Homemade Air Fryer Potato Skins

“Potato skins are a classic American appetizer that can easily be made at home. Make these homemade potato skins in your air fryer or oven.” – Shannon

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

“Air fryer bacon wrapped little smokies is a classic recipe cooked up in the air fryer. Crispy bacon wrapped around a cocktail smokie coated in brown sugar and spice.” – Heather

20-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Air Fryer Recipe

“Bang Bang Shrimp recipe cooked in Air Fryer with a little bit of oil and served with an amazing bang bang shrimp sauce. It’s super crispy and delicious shrimp recipe!” – Love

Healthy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

“These Healthy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are so crispy and tasty. If you’re looking for a healthy snack, then these non-greasy fries will feed your craving and give you a serving of veggies, too.” – Dina

Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

“These Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are so easy to make and taste amazing! Chewy, soft, and perfectly salty, you’ll love this pretzel bites recipe for an afterschool snack, game day treat, or anytime you need the perfect party appetizer. No air fryer? Don’t worry because I have oven-baking instructions too!” – Sarah