Want THE BEST meatballs? This Air Fryer Meatballs Recipe is for you. These air fried beef meatballs are juicy, perfectly round and done in 15 minutes!
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Meatballs Recipe Using Air Fryer
Like so many other air fryer recipes, this is my favorite way to prepare meatballs. Why? Because these air fried meatballs are quick, easy and so amazing!
When you cook meatballs in an air fryer you get super juicy meatballs that stay perfectly round. The best part, they are done in 15 minutes!
This recipe is basic so these meatballs will work on there own or with any dish you are making.
Air Fryer Meatballs Temperature
I like to cook my meatballs quick and hot to lock that juice in. So the cooking temperature is 400º F.
Air Fryer Meatballs Cooking Time
Check your meatballs after 12 minutes.
Air fried meatballs will take 12-15 minutes depending on your air fryer and the size of your meatballs.
Ingredients Needed For Air Fried Meatballs (screenshot for grocery list)
- Ground Beef
- Breadcrumbs
- Large Egg
- Whole Milk
- Seasoning of Choice (if seasoning includes salt, don’t add too much regular salt)
How to Cook Meatballs In Air Fryer
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper and seasoning.
- Spray air fryer basket with nonstick.
- Roll meat into 12-14 golfball size meatballs. Place meatballs into air fryer basket. (depending on size of air fryer this may require 2 batches)
- Air fry on 400ºF for 12 minutes. Check at 12 minutes, cook 2-3 more minutes if needed. Cooking time will depend on air fryer and size of meatballs.
What Should You Serve With These Meatballs:
Air Fryer Asparagus: This is a super healthy meal. Great protein in the meatballs and fiber in the asparagus.
Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes: Meat and potatoes are always a crowd pleaser.
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts: Brussels sprouts are an awesome addition to any meal. And these sprouts are fantastic!
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes: Another option for meat and potatoes prepared right in your air fryer.
Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli: This crispy broccoli will certainly be a match to these meatballs.
Air Fryer Meatballs Recipe
Want THE BEST meatballs? This Air Fryer Meatballs Recipe is for you. These air fried beef meatballs are juicy, perfectly round and done in 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef
- 1/4 Cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 Tablespoons Whole Milk
- Salt/Pepper
- Seasoning of Choice
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper and seasoning.
- Spray air fryer basket with nonstick.
- Roll meat into 12-14 golfball size meatballs. Place meatballs into air fryer basket. (depending on size of air fryer this may require 2 batches)
- Air fry on 400ºF for 12 minutes. Check at 12 minutes, cook 2-3 more minutes if needed. Cooking time will depend on air fryer and size of meatballs.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 239Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 179mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 22g
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Thank you. Made 8 meatballs with a variation, 2 tbls of shredded Asiago cheese. Used lightly, Tuscan Herb spice blend as a final roll-around on wax paper before cooking.
These are good
These meatballs in the air fryer come out fantastic. Thanks for the great recipe.