If you love crispy appetizers but hate dealing with hot oil and greasy cleanup, you are about to meet your new favorite snack. This Air Fried Ravioli is crunchy on the outside, warm and cheesy on the inside, and unbelievably easy to make.
Whether you’re hosting game night, feeding hungry teens, or just craving something fun and dippable, this recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor with a fraction of the effort.
Best part? No deep fryer. No splatter. Just golden, crispy ravioli straight from your air fryer. 🙌
Why You’ll Love This Air Fried Ravioli
- Crispy without frying – all the crunch, none of the grease
- Ready in minutes – perfect for busy nights
- Family-friendly and party-ready
- Endlessly dippable with marinara, alfredo, or ranch
- Better than frozen appetizers
Once you try ravioli in the air fryer, it’s hard to go back.
What Is Air Fried Ravioli?
Traditional fried ravioli is usually deep-fried until crispy and served with marinara sauce. It’s delicious… but also messy and heavy.
Air Fried Ravioli gives you that same golden crust using hot circulating air instead of oil. You still get crunchy edges, melty filling, and bold flavor—just in a lighter, faster, and easier way.
Basically: comfort food without the guilt. 😉
Ingredients You’ll Need
** You can find the full recipe ingredients and instructions on the printable recipe card below.
Simple, grocery-store friendly ingredients:
- Frozen or fresh ravioli (cheese, meat, or spinach work great)
- Eggs (for coating)
- Breadcrumbs or panko
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning [paid link] or garlic powder
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
That’s it. No fancy prep. No complicated steps.
How To Make Air Fried Ravioli
** You can find the full recipe ingredients and instructions on the printable recipe card below.
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 375°F and let it heat while you prep.
Step 2: Bread the Ravioli
Dip each ravioli into egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently so the coating sticks.
Step 3: Arrange in the Basket
Place ravioli in a single layer. Don’t stack—airflow is what makes them crispy.
Step 4: Air Fry Until Golden
Cook for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
Step 5: Serve Hot
Serve immediately with warm marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
Pro Tips for Extra Crispy Ravioli
- Use panko for maximum crunch.
- Spray lightly with oil before cooking for deeper golden color.
- Work in batches so the ravioli crisp instead of steam.
- Serve right away—they’re best hot and crunchy.
Best Dipping Sauces for Air Fried Ravioli
Let’s talk about the real star: the dip.
Marinara sauce – classic and always a win
Garlic butter – rich and irresistible
Alfredo sauce – creamy and indulgent
Spicy ranch or sriracha mayo – for a kick
Pro move: offer two sauces and watch them disappear even faster.
Variations You Can Try
1. Cheese Ravioli
Perfectly melty inside and crispy outside.
2. Meat-Filled Ravioli
Hearty and satisfying—great for game day.
3. Spinach & Ricotta
A lighter option that still feels indulgent.
4. Gluten-Free
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ravioli.
5. Extra Crispy
Double dip in egg and breadcrumbs for thicker coating.
Make-Ahead & Storage
Can I Make These Ahead?
You can bread the ravioli a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to cook.
How To Store Leftovers
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes to restore crispiness.
Why Air Fried Ravioli Beats Deep Fried
Deep frying = hot oil, mess, and heavy food.
Air frying = fast, clean, crispy perfection.
You get:
✔ Fewer calories
✔ Less oil
✔ Faster cook time
✔ Easier cleanup
And honestly? The texture is just as satisfying.
FAQ: Air Fried Ravioli
Can I use frozen ravioli in the air fryer?
Yes! You can air fry frozen ravioli directly. Just add 1–2 extra minutes to the cooking time.
Do I need to boil ravioli first?
Nope! Bread it straight from frozen or refrigerated and air fry.
Why isn’t my ravioli crispy?
This usually means:
- The basket is overcrowded
- Not enough oil spray
- The air fryer wasn’t hot enough
Try cooking in smaller batches.
Can I make this without eggs?
Yes! You can use milk or a light oil spray instead of egg for the coating.
Is air fried ravioli healthier?
It uses far less oil than deep frying, making it a lighter option while still delivering crunch and flavor.
What To Serve With Air Fried Ravioli
This appetizer pairs beautifully with:
Caesar salad
Pasta dishes
Pizza night spreads
Casual wine nights
Game-day snack boards
Basically… it fits anywhere you need something crispy and crowd-pleasing.
Final Thoughts
This Air Fried Ravioli is everything you want in a snack: crispy, cheesy, quick, and totally addictive. It feels indulgent without being heavy, and it’s the kind of recipe that disappears the second it hits the table.
Once you try ravioli in the air fryer, it’ll become a go-to for busy nights, parties, and “just because” cravings.
And yes… dipping straight from the basket is completely allowed.
Air Fryer Ravioli
Ingredients
For the Ravioli:
- 1 egg , large
- 1/2 bag store-bought mini cheese ravioli (about 18-20 ravioli)
- non-stick canola cooking spray (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce , warmed, for dipping
For the Dredge:
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning [paid link]
Optional Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese , grated
Instructions
- Set up a dredge station with two bowls. In the first bowl, beat the egg. In the second bowl combine all the dredge ingredients.
- Prepare the Ravioli. Keep the ravioli frozen, until ready to dredge. Dip the ravioli into beaten egg, then dredge into breadcrumbs and put into fryer basket.
- Repeat. Repeat with remaining ravioli.
- Cook the Ravioli: Air Fry at 400 degrees F. for 24 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking time.
- Serve. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve hot with marinara sauce.
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Tried this exactly as posted with the Ninja Foodi and Kroger brand mini cheese ravioli (and Italian breadcrumbs in the dredge). Sadly, at 10 minutes they were already kinda overdone and disappointing. Not sure what went wrong, but next time I might go for less time, or less heat.
Couple quick things, Wanted to try this tonight.
1. Is there a difference if I use the bigger raviolis?
2. Should I put the ravioli in the freezer for the day if they are currently just in the fridge?
Hi Mike,
Sorry for the late reply. No the bigger ones shouldn’t matter much in time. Thawed may cook faster, but also be easier to bread.
Is there a way to get the bread crumbs to stick to the ravioli? I tried this and hardly any of the Panko would stick to them
Hi Jodie,
I don’t have any trouble getting them to stick. If you are having trouble try pressing them into the mixture firmly with your fingers. I hope that helps.
This was good. Next time I’d use plain breadcrumbs so it’s more like Olive Garden.
What did you use the grated parmesan for?
Hi Lissa,
I have cleared this up in the instructions. Thank YOU!
These were great, especially with the fresh marinara.
So tasty! Can’t wait to make these again. thanks for the recipe.
I used regular sized ravioli and added a couple minutes into the cooking time. Friends all loved them but next time I will try the mini ravioli!