Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions
Delicious mini blooming onions with a crispy exterior and soft, flavorful inside, made healthier in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the onions by cutting the ends and peeling them, then slice into bloom shapes without cutting all the way through.
- Mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Dip each onion in buttermilk, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Coat each onion with the flour mixture, making sure they are well covered.
- Dip the onions back into the buttermilk for a second coating.
- Coat the onions with breadcrumbs, packing them tightly for the perfect crispy layer.
- Place the onions in the air fryer basket, spray lightly with cooking spray, and cook at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Pair with barbecue sauce, ranch, or spicy aioli for a delicious dip. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg