Crispy Everything Bagel Cheese Crisps Air Fryer Recipe Easy 5-Minute Snack
A quick and easy air fryer recipe for crispy cheese crisps seasoned with everything bagel seasoning, perfect for a savory snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings (about 10 crisps per serving) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or mozzarella or a mix)
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning (with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, and onion flakes)
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Non-stick cooking spray or parchment paper (for air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C), about 3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cheese with 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning. Add smoked paprika if using and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper cut to fit.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture into small mounds spaced at least 2 inches apart (4-5 per batch depending on air fryer size). Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 4-5 minutes until cheese melts, bubbles, and turns golden brown around edges. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Carefully remove crisps with a spatula and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes to firm up and become ultra crispy.
- Repeat with remaining cheese mixture until all crisps are cooked.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for best crispiness; pre-shredded cheese may contain anti-caking agents that affect texture. Space cheese mounds evenly to allow proper air circulation. Do not flip crisps during cooking to avoid breakage. If crisps stick, gently nudge with a spatula once slightly cooled. Can bake in conventional oven at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes if no air fryer is available. Store crisps in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; re-crisp in air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 1-2 minutes if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 10 crisps
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 8
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