Air Fryer Ravioli

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Air Fryer Ravioli are toasted to golden brown perfection with a crispy coating that’s easy to make with Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Serve these bites of deliciousness as an appetizer or for dinner with a side of homemade marinara sauce!

If you love toasted ravioli, you’re going to want to try making them in the air fryer. It’s seriously a game changer! Not only is this a super simple recipe, but air frying ravioli is healthier than oil frying and clean-up is much easier!

Overhead view of air fried ravioli on a plate with a small bowl of marinara sauce.

These air fried ravioli are fun to serve as an appetizer, especially if you’re hosting a pasta night! I mean, who wouldn’t want to devour these crispy ravioli before digging into this Instant Pot shrimp scampi, easy vegetarian lasagna or creamy tortellini soup!?

If you like to make a meal out of finger foods, like we do, then you’ll want to pair this ravioli recipe with some other air fryer appetizer recipes like these air fryer stuffed mushrooms, air fryer tater tots, air fryer pierogies, air fryer pizza rolls and/or air fryer mozzarella sticks!

Check out the air fryer ravioli story!

Why this recipe works

Toasted ravioli are such a crowd pleaser! This is the type of appetizer that’s restaurant quality but you can enjoy in the comfort of your own home. Plus, who doesn’t love dippable finger foods that are delicious and crispy?!
There’s very little grease and less mess to clean up! Since these ravioli aren’t pan fried in oil, they’re not that greasy and there’s no oil splatter to clean off your stovetop.
You get super crispy results with very little oil! The only oil used is to spray the air fryer basket and lightly spray the tops of the ravioli. There’s no deep frying or pan frying involved.

What is an Air Fryer?

The Air Fryer is a healthier alternative to frying foods. It's basically a small, powerful convection oven that sits on your countertop.

It circulates hot air around the food you're cooking, which is what gives it that crisp texture that mimics fried food (without all the grease).

Read more about the health benefits of using an air fryer.

I personally use this Ninja MAX XL Air Fryer because it hold 5.5 quarts, which is more than most. It has worked great so far and we just love how easy it is to use!

Ingredients

You’ll need a 12 ounce package of fresh ravioli for this recipe. You can use any kind you prefer - veggie, meat or cheese filled. They all work in this recipe.

To help the breadcrumbs stick to the ravioli, you’ll whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of whole milk and use it to coat the ravioli. (I prefer whole milk, but you can also use half and half).

As for the crispy coating, you’ll need 1 cup of Italian breadcrumbs. You can buy Italian breadcrumbs, but since they’re just breadcrumbs with Italian seasonings, you can totally make your own. Here’s a recipe for Italian breadcrumbs you can try!

For extra seasoning, you’ll need ⅛ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon of garlic salt to add to the breadcrumbs. (Make sure you use garlic salt and not garlic powder!)

Step by step instructions

Cook the ravioli according to the package instructions. Drain and pat dry.

Spray the air fryer basket lightly with spray oil.

Whisk together the egg and milk.

Mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese and garlic salt.

Overhead view of the bread crumb mixture in a bowl and the egg mixture in a bowl.

Dip the ravioli in the egg mixture to coat all sides.

Ravioli being dipped in egg mixture in a white bowl.

Dip in the breadcrumb mixture and ensure it's fully coated.

Ravioli being coated in bread crumb mixture.

Place the ravioli in the air fryer basket in a single layer. (You'll need to air fry in 2-3 batches). Spray lightly with spray oil.

Breaded ravioli arranged in a single layer in an air fryer basket.

Air fry at 375F degrees for 6-8 minutes. Flip them halfway through to ensure they cook evenly.

Start checking for doneness at 6 minutes (they'll be golden brown and crispy on the outside).

Repeat with remaining ravioli.

Serve hot with marinara sauce.

Dipping sauce options

While we normally serve these air fryer ravioli with chunky homemade marinara sauce, there are so many other delicious options. Here are a few to try:

Expert tips

For even cooking, air fry the ravioli in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, this will require at least 2-3 batches.
Make sure you flip the ravioli over halfway through air frying so they brown evenly. (You’ll want to use tongs to do this!)
The ravioli get crispy quickly, so keep an eye on them so they don’t burn. Start checking for doneness at 6 minutes.
For maximum crispiness, press the breadcrumbs lightly into the ravioli so they stick to the egg coating and lightly spray them with oil before air frying.
You’ll want to keep your batches warming in the oven at about 200F degrees while you finish air frying. To do this, arrange the air fried ravioli in a single layer on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and they should stay warm and crispy in the oven!
Instead of PAM or store-bought cooking spray, use an oil sprayer and a good quality oil. Cooking sprays may damage your air fryer.
If your air fryer model requires preheating, you should preheat it before adding the ravioli.
Different air fryer brands and models will vary slightly, so you may need to adjust the temperature and air frying time slightly.

Side view of air fryer ravioli with a small bowl of marinara sauce on the side.

Common questions

What’s the best temperature to air fry ravioli?

For the best texture, you’ll want to air fry ravioli at 375F degrees. At this temperature, the ravioli will be perfectly golden brown and crispy on the outside and hot in the middle. If you use a higher temperature, you risk the outside getting too browned and crispy before the middle is heated through.

How long does it take to air fry toasted ravioli?

At 375F degrees and in a single layer, the ravioli will only take 6-8 minutes per batch. Since they brown quickly and air fryers can differ, start checking the ravioli for doneness at 6 minutes.

Do you need to cook the ravioli before air frying?

Yes, whatever type of fresh ravioli you use, you’ll want to cook them first as this helps soften the ravioli in the middle. The purpose of air frying them is to get the outside golden brown and crispy.

Can you use frozen ravioli for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen ravioli. Just cook them according to package instructions, then follow the recipe to bread and air fry them.

Toasted ravioli arranged on a plate with a small dish of marinara on the side.

Storage, reheating and freezing

Toasted ravioli are best enjoyed hot and fresh. If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can reheat them in the air fryer at 375F degrees for 2-3 minutes.

You can also freeze the toasted ravioli for up to 3 months. Just let them cool completely and store them in a single layer in a freezer safe container. To reheat, place the frozen ravioli in the air fryer and air fry at 350F degrees for 4-5 minutes, or until heated through.

Did you make this recipe? Leave a comment below and let me know how it turned out!