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Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Onion Rings

Published: Mar 1, 2023 by Eileen xo

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Our Air Fryer Stuffed Onion Rings Recipe is the perfect snack or side dish. They're crispy, full of flavor, and stuffed with two t or of cheese. Next time you are looking for a crunch side dish then look no further than this tasty recipe.

A white plate with onion rings that have been air fried and stacked on the plate.
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  • Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Onion Rings

❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

  • These air fryer onion rings are super easy to make.
  • They're crispy and crunchy and family-friendly.
  • They make a great snack or side dish.
  • A delicious game day snack that pairs well with most other appetizers.

Ingredients

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Ingredients for air fryer cheese stuffed onion rings.
  • yellow onions                          
  • mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • corn starch
  • all-purpose flour
  • paprika
  • ground turmeric
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • water may need a bit more water
  • Panko breadcrumbs

Creamy Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

  • mayonnaise
  • sweet chili sauce
  • minced garlic about 3 cloves

Equipment

  • Cosori 5.8 Quart Air Fryer
  • knife and cutting board
  • shallow dishes
  • medium bowl

Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

Step by step with text overlay to make air fryer cheese stuffed onion rings.
  1. Slice onion horizontally into 1 ½-inch-thick slices. Using the widest rings first, separate the layers. Pair every other layer of the onion. You want an onion layer-sized space between rings. (Save remaining smaller onion slices for compost or freeze for soups)
  2. Slice the brick of cheese into ⅛-inch-thick slices, then cut the slices to match the height of the onion ring.
  3. Place the slices of cheese between the rings filling the void. You may need to slice smaller pieces of cheese to fill any gaps.
  4. In one shallow dish, mix the cornstarch, flour, and spices. Add water until the mixture resembles a thick batter.
  5. In another shallow dish, add the crumbs.
  6. Dredge the assembled rings carefully through the batter. Be sure to fully coat the rings.
  7. Then place the coated rings in the panko crumbs fully coating. Fill any space not coated with crumbs. It’s best to coat the assembled ring one or two at a time.
  8. Place the coated ring in your oil-sprayed air fryer basket. Spray the top of the rings with olive oil spray.
  9. Cook at 400°F/205°C for 15 minutes. Flip gently halfway through cooking.
  10. While the onion rings are cooking, make the dipping sauce. In a medium size mixing bowl, mix the mayonnaise, chili sauce, and minced garlic in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
  11. Serve the cheese stuffed onion rings with the dipping sauce.
Air fryer basket with cooked onion rings coated with panko bread crumbs.

Storage

These onion rings are best enjoyed fresh but will store in an airtight covered container for 2-3 days.

Reheat onion rings in the air fryer at 350°F for 2 to 4 minutes or until crispy again.

A plate of crispy onion rings made in the air fryer stuffed with cheese.

Expert Tips

Expert Tip: Be careful to not overfill your air fryer. You want your cheesy onion rings in a single layer in your air fryer basket.

  • I served these with a sweet chili dipping sauce, but you can also serve them with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • I recommend using sweet onions for this recipe, but you can also use yellow onions for this tasty snack.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to do onion rings in an air fryer?

Air fried onion rings will take about 15 minutes in an air fryer.

Do you have to flip onion rings in the air fryer?

It is not necessary to flip your onion rings while cooking. However, flipping them halfway through will help ensure they are cooked evenly.

What temperature should you air fry frozen onion rings?

I recommend air frying onion rings at 400 degrees so that they crisp up nicely.

Variations

  • Add some diced jalapeños to the cheese for a little spice.
  • Try using different cheeses like pepper jack, Swiss, or Havarti.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
  • Mix a small amount of parmesan cheese into the breadcrumbs for a cheesy flavor.
  • Add some spice to this recipe by adding a dash of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the flour mixture.
An overhead view of onion rings and dipping sauce that have been air fried and stuffed with cheese.

Serving Suggestions

  • This Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is perfect for dipping these air-fried onion rings.
  • I love to pair burgers with onion rings, they are a classic combo that is always a hit with my family. Surprise your family with a new twist on burgers by using this Jalapeno Popper Burger Sliders recipe a try next time.
  • S'mores Cheesecake recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion! You will enjoy this creamy sweet treat with this flavorful and crispy meal.

Similar recipes

  • These Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a quick and easy weeknight meal! Juicy, tender chicken breasts are stuffed with flavorful cream cheese and pepper filling and then cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Give this recipe a try next time!
  • You can't go wrong with this Copycat Popeyes Chicken Sandwich recipe. It cooks quickly in your air fryer and can save you a trip to the restaurant so it's a win-win situation.
  • Air Fryer Tri-Tip is a delicious way to enjoy your favorite steak! The air fryer cooks the steak quickly and evenly, resulting in a juicy, flavorful steak that is sure to please your taste buds. You won't regret making this steak for your family!

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A stack of onion rings on a white plate that are coated in bread crumbs.

Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Onion Rings

Crispy crunchy onion rings stuffed with cheesy goodness made in the air fryer with a light and zesty dipping sauce is the perfect appetizer or snack.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer cheese stuffed onion rings, air fryer onion rings, onion rings stuffed with cheese air fryer
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 1418kcal
Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

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  • Cosori 5.8 Quart Air Fryer
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  • knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  • 2 large yellow onions                            
  • 8 ounce block of mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup corn starch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup water may need a bit more water
  • 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs

Creamy Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 Tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic about 3 cloves

Instructions

  • Slice onion horizontally into 1 ½-inch-thick slices. Using the widest rings first, separate the layers. Pair every other layer of the onion. You want an onion layer-sized space between rings. (Save remaining smaller onion slices for compost, freeze for vegetables both, or another recipe)
  • Slice the brick of cheese into ⅛-inch-thick slices, then cut the slices to match the height of the onion ring.
  • Place the slices of cheese between the rings filling the void. You may need to slice smaller pieces of cheese to fill any gaps.
  • In one shallow dish, mix the corn starch, flour, and spices. Add water until the mixture resembles a thick batter.
  • In another shallow dish, add the crumbs.
  • Dredge the assembled rings carefully through the batter. Be sure to fully coating the rings.
  • Then place the coated rings in the panko crumbs fully coating. Fill any space not coated with crumbs. It’s best to coat the assembled ring one or two at a time.
  • Place the coated ring in your oil-sprayed air fryer basket. Spray the top of the rings with olive oil spray.
  • Cook at 400°F/205°C for 15 minutes. Flip gently half way through cooking.
  • While rings are cooking, make the dipping sauce. In a medium size mixing bowl, mix the mayonnaise, chili sauce, and minced garlic in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
  • Serve the cheese stuffed onion rings with the dipping sauce.

Notes

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
 
Recipes written for  Everyday Eileen are for information purposes. Eileen Kelly is not a registered dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional data we provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. 
 
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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 1418kcal | Carbohydrates: 199g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 2658mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1301IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 597mg | Iron: 3mg
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