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Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls

May 3, 2021 by Sandy 2 Comments

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Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls are a tasty appetizer recipe that are very easy to make. Dip these yummy air fried mozzarella balls into some delicious marinara sauce. A great air fryer party appetizer.

Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls close up with marinara sauce

 

Mozzarella Balls in the Air Fryer

Air fryers are becoming more and more popular. Why is that? There are several reasons:
• They cook quickly.
• You can cook fried foods using less oil.
• Make smaller batches.
• They are portable.
• You don't have to use your big oven (keep the kitchen cool).
• Air fry, bake, roast, and more.

We appreciate appetizers that are quick and easy to make. Of course, appetizers that are also delicious!

These are what I like to call "semi-homemade" because they use refrigerated canned crescent rolls.

The steps to make these delicious Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls are easy. Here they are:
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Arrange the mozzarella balls in the basket so they are not touching each other. This allows the air to circulate around all sides of them.
Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls on tray before air frying
Like many air fryer recipes, you don't have to stop halfway through the cook time to flip them.

mozzarella balls after air frying

If your air fryer is large enough, you can double or triple the recipe.

Some Tasty Variations of These Mozzarella Balls Appetizers

• Add a piece of pepperoni for a pizza version.
• Add some sauce in with the cheese for a more flavorful version.
• Try dipping in garlic butter for even more flavor.

Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls

Which Air Fryer Works Best For This Recipe?

I think these Mozzarella Balls can be made in any style of air fryer. Keep in mind that different models of air fryers may cook differently, so just keep an eye on them as they cook, for the first time, until you get used to how your air fryer behaves.

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If you make these tasty Air Fryer Mozzarella Mozzarella Balls, please leave a comment with a star rating in the comments section below. I'd love to know how you like them!

5 from 2 votes
Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls close up with marinara sauce
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Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
23 mins
 

Air Fryer Mozzarella Balls are a tasty appetizer! These air fried mozzarella balls are easy to make and delicious dipped in marinara sauce.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fried mozzarella, air fryer appetizer
Servings: 8
Calories: 179 kcal
Author: Sandy Clifton
Ingredients
  • 1 tube Refrigerated Crescent Rolls (8 qty)
  • 8 (½ inch) cubes Mozzarella Cheese
  • Cooking Spray
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Marinara Sauce, for dipping
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat air fryer to 350° F.

  2. Roll out crescent rolls and slightly flatten with a rolling pin.
  3. Place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center of each crescent roll.
  4. Roll into a ball.
  5. Lightly spray with cooking spray.

  6. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning to your liking.
  7. Air fry for 6-8 minutes or until each ball is a nice golden color.

  8. Dip in marinara sauce & enjoy.

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  1. Jamie Hilly

    June 30, 2021 at 12:06 am

    I live in a gluten-free home so I used gluten free bread crumbs and did a coating of rice flour on the cheese before the egg wash and bread crumbs. Turned out beautiful. Thanks for the tip of putting them in the freezer!!

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  2. Krista Poolpeace

    June 22, 2021 at 1:59 am

    This is just about the prettiest dinner! And so easy! This would be perfect for entertaining. Love it!

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