Description
This Cheesy Air Fryer Lasagna Fritta recipe offers a crispy and delicious twist on traditional lasagna by turning it into bite-sized, cheesy rolls that are breaded and air fried to perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these lasagna fritta pieces are golden, gooey, and served with a flavorful marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Rolls
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Breading
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
For Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil, for brushing
For Serving
- 1 cup marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for crispy frying.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, one large egg, chopped fresh basil, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly blended.
- Assemble the Lasagna Rolls: Lay the cooked lasagna noodles flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread a spoonful of the cheese mixture over each noodle, then roll each noodle tightly into a log shape. Cut each roll into three equal-sized pieces to create bite-sized portions.
- Coat the Rolls: Set up three separate bowls containing flour, beaten eggs, and Italian-style breadcrumbs. Dip each lasagna roll piece first into the flour, coating it lightly, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the breadcrumbs to cover completely.
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Brush the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the breaded lasagna fritta in a single layer inside the basket, leaving space between each piece. Lightly spray or brush the tops with a bit more olive oil for added crispiness.
- Air Fry to Crisp: Cook the lasagna fritta in the air fryer for 7 to 9 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time to ensure they crisp evenly on all sides. They should turn golden brown and crisp once done.
- Serve: Immediately serve the crispy lasagna fritta warm alongside marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy as an appetizer, snack, or party treat.
Notes
- Ensure noodles are well drained and cooled to prevent sogginess while rolling.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these at 400°F (200°C) on a parchment-lined tray for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor, or substitute with dried basil if needed.
- Leftover lasagna fritta can be reheated in the air fryer for best texture or in an oven.
- Try adding Italian seasoning to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
