Air Fryer Meatballs (Juicy + Quick)
These air fryer meatballs combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and Italian seasonings. Perfectly browned exteriors with juicy centers in just 12 minutes!
Equipment
- Air fryer (3.5-6 quart)
- Large mixing bowl
- Cookie scoop
- Cooking spray
- Tongs
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground beef 85/15 ratio
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine all meatball ingredients in large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
- Let mixture rest 5 minutes.
- Using cookie scoop, form into 1.5-2 inch meatballs. Roll smooth between palms.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes.
- Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place meatballs in single layer with space between each.
- Spray tops lightly with cooking spray. Air fry 6 minutes.
- Flip meatballs, spray other side. Air fry 4-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Don't overmix meat mixture—causes tough meatballs.
Use 85/15 ground beef for juiciest results.
Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Freeze uncooked meatballs up to 3 months.
Cooked meatballs keep 4 days refrigerated. Servings: 6
Calories: 295
Protein: 27g
Use 85/15 ground beef for juiciest results.
Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Freeze uncooked meatballs up to 3 months.
Cooked meatballs keep 4 days refrigerated. Servings: 6
Calories: 295
Protein: 27g