These crispy, bite-sized air fryer ravioli are an irresistible appetizer or snack. Using store-bought mini ravioli, each piece is dipped in an egg wash, coated in seasoned panko and grated Parmesan, then air-fried to a golden, crunchy finish. Ready in under 20 minutes, they’re perfect for parties, movie nights, or a quick, satisfying snack.
Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Recipe
- You get the same satisfying crunch of deep-fried ravioli using only a fraction of the oil, so there’s no hot oil to manage and far less mess.
- The recipe uses just a few pantry-friendly ingredients and comes together quickly—ideal when you want a tasty snack without fuss.
- They’re addictive: crispy on the outside, cheesy inside, and perfect for sharing (or not!).
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Eggs — for the egg wash.
- Unseasoned panko crumbs — panko gives a crisp, light texture.
- Parmesan cheese — freshly grated for best melting and flavor.
- Seasonings — garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, salt and pepper.
- Mini ravioli — refrigerated three-cheese mini ravioli are classic, but any filling works.
- Oil spray — a light mist helps the coating crisp up in the air fryer.
- Fresh basil — optional garnish.
- Marinara sauce — for dipping; use store-bought or a homemade marinara.
How To Make This Air Fryer Ravioli Recipe
- Whisk the eggs with a splash of water (no more than 2 tablespoons) to make the egg wash and set aside.
- Combine panko, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Dip each ravioli into the egg wash, then press into the panko mixture until well coated.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with oil spray. Arrange the coated ravioli in a single layer without overcrowding; spray them lightly with oil.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 7–10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Cooking time may vary slightly by air fryer model.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan and fresh basil, with marinara sauce for dipping.
Recipe Variations
- Add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika to the panko for a spicy or smoky kick.
- Swap dried basil for Italian seasoning or add chopped fresh herbs to the coating.
- Try different ravioli fillings—meat, mushroom, or butternut squash work well.
- For regular-sized ravioli, increase the cook time by 1–2 minutes.
- When using frozen ravioli, cook from frozen and add 2–3 minutes to the air-fry time—no thawing required.
Tips and Notes
- Freshly grated Parmesan performs better than pre-shredded varieties and gives a cleaner flavor.
- You usually don’t need to flip the ravioli in the air fryer; the circulating hot air crisps them evenly if the basket isn’t overcrowded.
- If you don’t love marinara, try ranch, garlic aioli, or pesto as dipping options.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer until warmed and crisp.
Recipe
Air Fryer Ravioli
Crispy air-fried ravioli with a seasoned panko and Parmesan crust. Ready in about 20 minutes and perfect with marinara.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 3 – 4 servings
Equipment
- Air fryer (size and model may affect cook time)
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups unseasoned panko crumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 bag refrigerated three-cheese mini ravioli (20–24 oz)
- Oil spray
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
- Marinara sauce, to serve
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs with up to 2 tablespoons of water to make the egg wash and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each ravioli into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the panko mixture.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket and arrange ravioli in a single layer without overcrowding. Spray them lightly with oil.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 7–10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh basil, and serve with marinara for dipping.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 972 kcal
Course: Air Fryer
Cuisine: Comfort
Author: Carmy
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