Description
These crispy air fryer Parmesan cheese balls are made with just two ingredients and develop a golden exterior with a cheesy, savory center. They are perfect as an appetizer or snack served with marinara sauce.
Ingredients
- 5 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
- 2 egg whites
Instructions
- Add the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and egg whites to a mixing bowl.
- Mix thoroughly until a uniform mixture forms.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Flash freeze for 2 hours until firm.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the cheese balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce if desired.
Notes
- Freezing helps the cheese balls hold their shape during cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Serve with warm marinara, pesto, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Best enjoyed immediately while hot and crispy.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg
