Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli: Crispy Golden Bites in Minutes

Air Fryer Ravioli is a simple, homemade take on St. Louis–style toasted ravioli made in the air fryer. Cheese ravioli are dipped in an egg wash, coated with a mixture of grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs seasoned with Italian dressing mix, then crisped to golden perfection. These toasted ravioli are a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer that came in handy after I made ravioli lasagna — they were surprisingly easy to prepare and a big hit.

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Toasted Ravioli Ingredients

These toasted ravioli need just a few pantry staples. You can vary the filling or the crumb mix, but the basic recipe calls for:

Cheese ravioli – fresh or refrigerated ravioli work best; beef, chicken, or cheese ravioli can all be used.
Eggs – for the egg wash that helps the crumbs adhere.
Parmesan cheese – finely grated for flavor and crispness.
Bread crumbs – regular or panko breadcrumbs; if you use Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, leave out the extra Italian seasoning mix.
Italian dressing seasoning mix – adds a bright, herby note to the coating.
Cooking spray – to help the ravioli crisp in the air fryer.
Marinara sauce – warmed for dipping; garnish with extra grated Parmesan if desired.

How to Make Toasted Ravioli in the Air Fryer

Follow these simple steps to make crispy toasted ravioli in about 15 minutes total.

Begin by preheating your air fryer to 350°F (about 175°C). Beat two eggs in a shallow dish to make the egg wash. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and Italian dressing seasoning mix so the coating is ready.

Set up an assembly line: dredge each ravioli through the egg wash, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated. Shake off any excess at each step so the coating isn’t too thick. Lightly spray both sides of each coated ravioli with cooking spray and arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket so air can circulate around each piece.

Air fry for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the ravioli are golden and crisp. If you prefer an extra crunch, add another minute or two, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping and a sprinkle of additional Parmesan. These make a fantastic snack, appetizer, or party finger food.

Tips for Making Air Fryer Ravioli

If your air fryer tends to run hot or cool compared to recipes you follow, adjust the temperature or timing accordingly.
If the basket sits very close to the heating element, reduce the temperature by 10–20°F to prevent the ravioli from browning too quickly.
Frozen ravioli can be used; briefly boil frozen ravioli for about 2 minutes, drain and cool slightly, then proceed with the egg wash and breading.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Arrange ravioli in a single layer for even crisping and work in batches if needed.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.

Easy Air Fryer Recipes

Try these other quick air fryer snacks that are family-friendly and simple to prepare:

Air Fryer Mini Beef Tacos
Ninja Foodi Mini Tater Tots
Air Fryer Naan Pizza Bites

Air Fryer Ravioli

A quick, crispy version of St. Louis–style toasted ravioli made in the air fryer using refrigerated cheese ravioli, an egg wash, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs.

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: Easy, Ninja Foodi, St. Louis, Toasted

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 445 kcal (per serving)

Equipment

Air fryer

Ingredients

10 ounces cheese ravioli
2 eggs
1 cup bread crumbs (regular or panko)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian dressing seasoning mix
Cooking spray
1 cup marinara sauce, warmed, for dipping

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Beat the eggs in a shallow dish and set aside.
In another shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning mix.
If using frozen ravioli, boil for 2 minutes and drain. For refrigerated ravioli, proceed without boiling.
Dip each ravioli in the egg wash, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off excess at each step.
Lightly spray both sides of each coated ravioli with cooking spray and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Adjust timing for extra crunch or if your air fryer runs hot.
Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.

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