This air fryer ravioli is crispy, full of flavor, and ideal for busy weeknights. You get the taste and texture of deep-fried ravioli using just a little oil.
Easy Air Fryer Ravioli
Crispy, cheesy ravioli gets even better when cooked in an air fryer. Coating store-bought ravioli in flour, egg, and a parmesan-breadcrumb mix creates a crunchy exterior while the filling stays warm and melty. These are perfect as a quick appetizer or a simple weeknight dinner served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why air fry ravioli?
- Ready in under 20 minutes, making it a fast and satisfying option.
- Works great as an appetizer or a fun main course.
- Uses store-bought refrigerated ravioli, so preparation is easy and flexible—try different fillings for variety.
What You Need for Air Fryer Ravioli
- Ravioli – Cheese ravioli is used here, but any refrigerated store-bought ravioli will work. This recipe is not intended for frozen ravioli unless thawed first.
- Flour – Helps the egg wash adhere to the ravioli.
- Egg – Binds the breadcrumbs to the ravioli.
- Breadcrumbs and Parmesan – Breadcrumbs give crunch; grated Parmesan adds a salty, crispy finish.
- Seasoning – Garlic powder and Italian seasoning add flavor. If your breadcrumbs are already seasoned, you can omit them.
How to Make Air Fryer Ravioli
Coat in flour
Start with thawed, refrigerated ravioli. Toss the ravioli in a shallow bowl of flour until lightly coated to help the egg stick.
Dredge in egg and breadcrumbs
Beat one large egg with a splash of water. Dip each floured ravioli in the egg, then press into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture so it’s evenly coated.
Air fry
Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a thin coating of oil. Arrange the coated ravioli in a single layer with minimal overlap—do not overcrowd. Spray the top of the ravioli lightly with cooking spray.
Air fry at 375ºF for about 5 minutes, or until the ravioli are crisp and golden. Depending on your air fryer and batch size, you may need to repeat in multiple batches.
Serve
Serve warm with marinara or your preferred dipping sauce.
Sauce Suggestions
- Marinara sauce
- Vodka sauce
- Nacho cheese sauce
Top Tips for Air Fryer Ravioli
Use store-bought ravioli for convenience. This method was tested with refrigerated ravioli. If you make fresh ravioli at home, refrigerate the raw pieces before breading and air frying the next day for best results.
Try different sauces. Marinara is classic, but a white sauce, olive oil with balsamic, or ranch can also pair well.
Avoid overcrowding the basket. Give each ravioli some space so they cook evenly and crisp properly.
FAQ
We recommend thawing frozen ravioli before air frying so the coating crisps evenly and the filling heats through.
Yes, but without breadcrumbs the ravioli won’t achieve the same crunchy texture. The breadcrumbs and Parmesan create the best crisp coating.
Storage
Allow the air-fried ravioli to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispness.
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Air Fryer Ravioli
Ingredients
- 1 9-oz. package cheese ravioli
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Grease the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray.
- Add the ravioli and flour to a large bowl and toss to coat.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with about 2 tablespoons of water.
- Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in another bowl.
- Shake off excess flour from each ravioli, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. Place in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Spray the coated ravioli with olive oil spray and air fry at 375ºF for about 5 minutes, or until crisp and golden. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Serve hot with marinara and enjoy.
Tips & Notes
- This recipe is designed for refrigerated, store-bought ravioli. If using homemade ravioli, refrigerate raw pieces before breading and air frying.
- Flour helps the egg adhere; the egg helps the breadcrumbs cling.
- Breadcrumbs plus Parmesan deliver the best crispy, savory coating.
- Adjust seasonings to taste or skip them if using pre-seasoned breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an approximation.
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