Easy Air Fryer Meatballs

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Air Fryer Meatballs are juicy, flavorful and cook up perfectly brown and crispy! They take 10 minutes of prep and they're ready in 30 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: servings

Calories: 189kcal

Author: Marcie

Place the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, milk, garlic, onion powder, basil, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix together gently just until combined. Do not over work the meat or the meatballs will be dense.
1 lb. ground beef, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons milk, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Form the meatballs into 1 1/2" balls and place on a baking sheet.
Place as many meatballs on the plate of your air fryer without overcrowding (you will more than likely need to cook (2) batches).
Cook at 390 degrees for about 10 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 165 degrees. All air fryers vary, so begin checking for doneness after 8 minutes of cooking time. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Pro tip: Prep meatballs 1-2 days in advance, or freeze them. To freeze: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a zip top bag. Air fry from frozen, adding 2-5 minutes extra to the cooking time or until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 165 degrees.
Change things up by using ground pork, or a combination of beef and pork.
Store leftover air fried meatballs in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve as a main dish with marinara or bbq sauce, or serve as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.