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    Home » Roundups

    23 Air Fryer Appetizers Perfect For Game Day

    Published: Oct 7, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Air fryers are a convenient kitchen appliance that can cook food in the fraction of the time of conventional ovens. They also work by circulating the hot air inside which produces extra crispy food without the need of a deep fat fryer. This is a healthier way to make delicious recipes and even many amazing air fryer appetizers. Make air fryer onion rings, pigs in a blanket and chicken wings quick and easily for game day, parties or to go with dinner any day of the week. With all of these amazing options you will want to use your air fryer everyday!

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    Air Fryer Cheese Sticks

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    These homemade air fryer cheese sticks are quick and easy to make. They have an ooey gooey cheesy inside with a crunchy coating.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Cheese Sticks

    Pizza Rolls in an Air Fryer

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    These easy pizza rolls are made in an air fryer for a quick afternoon snack. With minimal ingredients you can make a delicious recipe kids will love.

    Get the recipe: Pizza Rolls in an Air Fryer

    Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

    Photo Credit: She's Not Cookin'

    These crispy buffalo cauliflower bites make a tasty appetizer or side dish. They are coated in spicy buffalo sauce with a touch of honey for a tasty treat.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

    Air Fryer Chicken Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Dip

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    If you love finger food, try this simple recipe. These air-fried sticks are loaded with cheese and chicken and go well with rich marinara sauce.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Dip.

    Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

    Photo Credit: She's Not Cookin'

    Skip the mess of deep-frying and make this easy Coconut Shrimp in the air fryer! This crowd-pleasing party appetizer will be the first to disappear at your next event!

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

    Photo Credit: Air Fryer Yum

    By cooking these Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders in the air fryer the bacon becomes perfectly crispy while the chicken stays juicy! These are perfect for dinner or an appetizer.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

    Air Fryer Onion Rings

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    Unlike most onion ring recipes that are deep fat fried, these are air fried an only need a bit of non-stick cooking spray. Enjoy your crispy onion rings guilt free!

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Onion Rings

    Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

    Photo Credit: Chenee Today

    This Totino-inspired frozen Air Fryer Pizza Rolls snacks are crispy, delicious, and cheesy. They are also easy to prepare. Once they turn golden brown in the air fryer add a garlic butter parmesan topping to add a tangy flavor that enhances the dish.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

    Air Fryer Blueberry Brie Pastry And Dip Appetizer

    Photo Credit: xoxo Bella

    Puff pastry and Brie baked in an air fryer is a meal you don't want to miss. The cheese dip becomes gooey when melted and coupled with flaky puss pastry it becomes irresistible.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Blueberry Brie Pastry and Dip Appetizer

    Air Fryer Puff Pastry Garlic Cheese Twists

    Photo Credit: xoxo Bella

    Homemade puff pastry garlic cheese with Parmesan and mozzarella popped into an air fryer is a delicious and mouthwatering dish. This is a perfect appetizer for those hot and lazy afternoons.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Puff Pastry Garlic Cheese Twists

    Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

    Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

    These soft air fryer pretzel bites are perfect for dunking. Make these for game day or any other party for an appetizer everyone will love.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

    Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Pigs In A Blanket

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    Air fryer bacon jalapeño cheese pigs in a blanket are perfect if you want an easy app or finger food. This air fryer appetizer uses Pillsbury pizza dough along with brats, cheese, jalapeños, and more. Pigs in a blanket with bratwurst is the perfect treat on game day or whenever you have friends coming over.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Pigs in a Blanket

    Air Fried Buffalo Chicken Wings

    Photo Credit: Healthy Fitness Meals

    These Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and slathered in a classic, homemade Buffalo sauce that coats every nook and cranny of the wing.

    Get the recipe: Air Fried Buffalo Chicken Wings

    Air Fryer Corn Ribs

    Photo Credit: Dizzy Busy And Hungry

    These air fryer corn ribs make a delicious appetizer or side dish with a smokey flavor everyone will love. Serve these at a backyard BBQ or summer get-together.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Corn Ribs

    Air Fryer Pull Apart Jalapeño Popper Rolls

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    Air fryer pull apart jalapeño popper rolls are a quick and easy jalapeño appetizer with Pillsbury pizza dough or crescent dough. Boasting tasty ingredients like two kinds of cheese, jalapeños and hot sauce, these are perfect for spicy food fans.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Pull Apart Jalapeño Popper Rolls

    Air Fryer Bisquick Sausage Balls

    Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

    These easy air fryer sausage balls are made with only 5 simple ingredients for the perfect appetizer for holiday parties and get-togethers.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bisquick Sausage Balls

    Air Fryer Garlic Pizza Rolls

    Photo Credit: Bite On The Side

    These air fryer garlic pizza rolls are a delicious alternative to traditional garlic bread. Easy to make and quick to cook, serve as an appetizer or side.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Pizza Rolls

    Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

    These perfectly crispy air fryer fried pickles are the perfect game day snack. These are tangy and have a well seasoned crispy coating.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    Air Fryer Crab Cake Rolls With Fire Sauce

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    Seafood egg rolls are bursting with fusion Asian flavors and offer a wonderful crunch. Golden brown on the outside and juicy and flavorful inside, these crab egg rolls offer the perfect blend of sweet, savory and spicy flavors.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Crab Cake Egg Rolls With Fire Sauce

    Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Roll-Ups

    Photo Credit: Air Fryer At Tiffany's

    These are so easy to make and taste delicious. Stuffed with shredded chicken, BBQ sauce and mozzarella, with the tangy flavor or sliced red onion, they are the perfect snack or appetizer.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Roll-Ups

    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

    Photo Credit: Xoxo Bella

    These bacon-wrapped burger bombs are amazing appetizers for any occasion. They are tasty and require very few ingredients to prepare. Add sesame or chia seeds to enhance the flavor and make them a tard healthier.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

    5 Minute Air Fryer Nachos

    Photo Credit: Aleka's Get-Together

    Craving party appetizers in a flash? Look no further than these Air Fryer Loaded Nachos! They're ready in a mind-blowing 5 minutes thanks to the magic of your air fryer. This recipe is light, crispy, and packed with flavor.

    Get the recipe: 5 Minute Air Fryer Nachos

    Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

    Photo Credit: She's Not Cookin'

    Ditch the deep fryer and embrace the air fryer for these flavor-packed BBQ chicken wings! Our perfectly seasoned wings emerge crispy on the outside, yet melt-in-your-mouth tender within. Toss them in your favorite tangy BBQ sauce for a game day or party appetizer that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

    Get the recipe: Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

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