Description
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Air Fryer Arancini are perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Made with leftover risotto, they are easy to prepare and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked risotto (cooled)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cooled risotto, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and flatten it in your palm.
- Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and shape into a ball.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Lightly brush or spray the arancini with olive oil.
- Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Use cold risotto for easier shaping.
- For extra crispiness, spray the arancini lightly with oil before air frying.
- If the mixture is too sticky, wet your hands slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 arancini
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: air fryer arancini, risotto balls, Italian appetizer