Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Onion Rings
Golden, crunchy air fryer onion rings with a crisp breadcrumb coating and sweet, tender onion inside — all the diner flavor with barely any oil. The air fryer gets them shatteringly crisp without a vat of hot oil.
A classic three-step breading is all it takes. Serve them as a snack, a burger sidekick, or a party platter with a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
Set up breading
Separate the onion rings. Put the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs (seasoned with salt, pepper and cumin) in a second, and the breadcrumbs in a third.
Bread
Dip each ring in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing to coat. Repeat with all the rings.
Air fry
Arrange in a single layer, spray both sides with oil, and air fry at 360°F for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Spray oil on both sides — it's what turns the crumbs golden.
- Work in batches so the rings don't overlap.
- Use one hand for dry, one for wet dipping to avoid clumps.
Frequently asked
How long do onion rings take in the air fryer?
About 15 minutes at 360°F, flipping once, until golden and crisp.
How do I keep the coating from falling off?
Dry the onions, follow the flour-egg-breadcrumb order, press the crumbs on, and flip gently.
Can I make frozen onion rings in the air fryer?
Yes — air fry frozen rings at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway. No oil needed.
