These Air Fryer Meatballs are loaded with flavor and so juicy. They are so quick and easy to make. It takes just a few minutes to prepare the meatball mixture and about 8-10 minutes of cooking time. Making meatballs in the Air Fryer is the best way to do it for my family.
Air Fryer Meatballs
I am pretty sure everyone loves meatballs. These little balls of meat are so versatile. They can be used in spaghetti sauce of course which is most common.
I really like them in sandwiches. Grab a good sub roll or french baguette and prepared marinara sauce and some cheese and you have a family lunch favorite.
This meatball recipe in the Airfryer came about the same way most of my ideas for an air fryer recipe. I was starving and went to the fridge. I saw some ground beef and at first, my brain was like maybe a burger or something, but I wanted something different.
I had some good Marinara Sauce in the jar. I was like let’s do some pasta and meatballs. Usually cooking meatballs can be time consuming and this is where I thought to make them in the Air Fryer. That a much healthier option than fried meatballs.
I am being totally honest when I tell you after cooking meatballs in your Air Fryer you will never want to cook them any other way. They come out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Once I started cooking meatballs this way I have never looked back. So much faster and easier to do air fried meatballs.
You can do all sorts of meatballs as well. For example, you don’t have to use just beef to make your meatballs. All types of ground meat can be used.
For example a mix of ground beef and ground pork. You can do turkey meatballs if you are looking for a lower fat option.
If you enjoy lamb then you will love lamb meatballs. Lamb meatballs are absolutely delicious. Including like minced garlic and finely chopped onion is also delicious.
Why You Will Love Air Fried Meatballs?
- Easy to Make
- Quick and Versatile
- Make in a Small Batch
- Juicy and Delicious
How to Make Meatballs in the Air Fryer.
So just how do you make meatballs in the Air Fryer? Well, the process is quite simple and I am going to show you how. Once you make meatballs using this method I am pretty sure that is going to be your new way of cooking meatballs. It is so much faster and healthier because the fat from the meat ends up in the drip pan.
There are Full Instructions in the recipe card at the bottom as well.
Ingredients Needed in this Meatballs Recipe
- Ground Beef
- Panko Bread Crumbs
- Eggs
- Parmesan Cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Milk
- Olive Oil
- Marinara Sauce
- Bread (If making sandwiches)
Preparation of Meatballs
Step 1 – In a Large Bowl Combine Ground Beef, Bread Crumbs, Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Milk, Eggs and Parmesan Cheese.
Step 2 – Mix Ingredients together by hand. Using hands and fingers to combine the mixture thoroughly. Do not over blend.
Step 3 – Roll the Meatballs into balls about the size of a golf ball. This should let you make about 12 meatballs per pound of meat as seen in the picture below. If you are making a lot of meatballs cooking in batches is the way to go.
Step 4 – Set Aside the Meatballs either on the counter or the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before cooking.
Cooking Meatballs in the Air Fryer
Place the meatballs in the Air Fryer in a single layer making sure not to crowd the meatballs so they get proper circulation and they can cook evenly. Spray the meatballs lightly with olive oil just to give a coating to the meatballs.
How Long Do I cook Meatballs in Air Fryer?
Set the temperature on the Air Fryer to 400 Degrees. The cooking time for the meatballs is about 8 to 10 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time open the Air Fryer and give the meatballs a shake to move them around a bit. Be careful to not break any of the meatballs.
How to Cook Frozen Meatballs in Air Fryer?
Yes! You can make a large batch of meatballs and freeze them. They reheat from being frozen quite well. Reheating frozen meatballs in the Air Fryer.
You can also just drop frozen meatballs into your spaghetti sauce while it is simmering if you are making sauce for pasta or for meatball subs.
How Long to Cook Frozen Meatballs in Air Fryer?
Cooking and reheating frozen meatballs are easy to cook and ready quickly. This is why I always make big batches and store them in the freezer. Reheating them is quick and convenient and takes about 10 minutes at 400 degrees.
Once cooking time is complete remove meatballs from the air fryer basket and give them a couple of minutes to stop cooking and enjoy them. Meatballs in the Air Fryer are so delicious and easy to make.
Meatball Ideas
- Marinara Sauce
- Hero Sub Sandwiches
- Sliders
- Homemade Pizza Topping
- Quesadilla
Other Great Recipes
Easy Air Fryer Crispy Chicken
Air Fryer Chickpeas
Jerk Chicken Wings (Air Fryer)
Balsamic Parmesan Brussel Sprouts
Kitchen Essentials and Items Used
COSORI Air Fryer,Max XL 5.8 Quart
COSORI 12-in-1 Oven Air Fryer Combo
365 Everyday Value, Bread Crumbs, Panko, 8 oz
365 Everyday Value, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Mediterranean Blend, 33.8 fl oz
Air Fryer Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
- 1/4 Cup Milk
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Tbsp. Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 6 Tbsp. Fresh Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, spices, salt, pepper, and Parmesan well.
- Make Meatballs from the meat mixture into medium-sized balls. Set aside or place in the fridge for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees
- Place Meatballs in Air Fryer making sure they do not touch each other. Spray with olive oil and Cook at 400 degrees for 8-10 Minutes.
- Serve with Marinara Sauce or use for Sub Sandwiches or Sliders.
- Makes About 12 Golf Ball Sized Meatballs
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I made this with ground lamb Instead of hamburger and omg they came out perfect and were so delicious. Best meatballs I’ve ever had. Made some cauliflower rice and put some marinara sauce on and it was perfect.
I love lamb. I’m so glad that you liked the recipe. Your modification sound awesome.
good stuff
Why do you have to spray them with oil? Isn’t there enough fat from the beef?
You don’t have to and the amount of oil is so minimal anyway.
I made these last night and they were A-MAZE-ING!!!! Firm, juicy and delicious. Everyone gobbled them up!!
So glad you liked them. Thanks for the nice comment.
Matty.
Aloha,
I wanted to try your recipe but you don’t have the amounts listed for ingredients. I don’t know how many eggs or how much bread crumbs. R you able to repost this very important information please
Of course the ingredients are listed. Look at the bottom of the post on the recipe card.
Matty
I apologize I found the recipe🤦🏻♀️
No worries. Enjoy.
Very good recipe. I used ground turkey and meatballs were tender and delicious. 👍🏽👍🏽
When you say cook from frozen are they pre cooked then frozen?
Yes they are.
👍I made these meatballs today! I followed the recipe, and they came out perfect! Thanks Matt 😘
Glad you enjoyed them. Now I want meatballs 🙂
Thank you! This is the FIRST thing that has turned out well in my new CalmDo Air Fryer Toaster Oven! Definitely a recipe I will make again. 😋
I am glad you enjoyed it. Congrats on your success. I am always releasing new recipes so be sure to come back and visit.
Matty
This recipe sounds fantastic. I’m going to make an extra large batch as soon as I pick up the ground beef. When you say reheat from frozen, are you thawing them first or reheating when they’re still frozen? I keep a well stocked freezer and love how much time it saves! I just found you from the Cosori page and look forward to making more of your recipes. Thanks!
When I say reheat from frozen……I mean from frozen. You are going to love making meatballs this way. It makes it so much easier. Works with sausage too and also turkey.
Matty
I made these and they were great! Easy and delicious.