When it comes to whipping up a quick and delicious meal for the family, frozen meatballs in the air fryer have recently changed the game. No longer do you have to spend all day in the kitchen to enjoy a flavorful dinner. But the secret to making them absolutely perfect lies in the final steps. As someone who’s tried and tasted these crispy delights countless times, let me share my expertise.

Essential Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package frozen cooked meatballs
• nonstick cooking spray

Step by Step Method:

• Step1: Preheat the oven to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Step2: Spread out frozen meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray tops with cooking spray.
• Step3: Cook in the air fryer for 4 minutes. Shake, and cook for an additional 4 minutes. 53%

How much time to Cook Frozen Meatballs in the Air Fryer?

• Smaller meatballs or mini meatballs – 9 to 11 minutes
• Larger meatballs – 11 to 13 minutes

Is It Necessary to Thaw the Meatballs First?

One of the beauties of air frying meatballs is that you can go straight from the freezer to the air fryer, skipping the thawing process altogether. Thawing might seem like a good idea to some, but it’s not necessary. In fact, cooking them straight from frozen can have its advantages.

When you cook frozen meatballs in the air fryer, you can achieve that perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a moist interior without the risk of them drying out. Plus, it’s much quicker – no need to wait for them to thaw completely. Whether you’re dealing with smaller meatballs or larger ones, the cooking time is surprisingly short, typically between 9 to 13 minutes.

Is It Possible to Cook Frozen Meatballs in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can! Air frying frozen meatballs cooks them as they were made in the oven but cook faster.

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What Brands Are best for Air Frying Frozen Meatballs?

Here are the best frozen meatball brands for air frying

• Rosina Home Style Meatballs
• Nature’s Rancher Fully Cooked Angus Beef Meatballs
• Farm Rich Italian Style Meatballs
• Omaha Steaks Fully Cooked Beef Meatballs