Description
Crispy layers of cheesy goodness define this air fryer 5 cheese lasagna fritta, a delightful Italian-inspired appetizer that elevates comfort food to gourmet heights. Melted cheese, golden-brown edges, and a perfect crunch make you crave another bite of this irresistible crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup provolone cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Romano cheese, shredded
- 2 eggs
- 8 lasagna noodles, cooked (cooled and patted dry)
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs, Italian-seasoned (or panko for extra crunch)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for coating)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
- Parsley or basil, fresh, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cheese Mixture Preparation: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, provolone, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until achieving a uniform, smooth consistency.
- Noodle Transformation: Carefully spread the prepared cheese mixture across cooked lasagna noodles, then elegantly fold or roll the noodles into compact square or cylindrical shapes, ensuring the filling remains securely enclosed.
- Breading Process: Create a strategic three-station coating setup using flour, beaten eggs, and a seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture enhanced with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese. Meticulously coat each lasagna roll by first dredging in flour, then submerging in egg wash, and finally enrobing with the seasoned breadcrumb blend.
- Air Frying Technique: Initialize the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), lightly misting the basket with olive oil spray. Arrange the breaded lasagna rolls in a single, uncrowded layer, delicately spraying the tops with additional oil. Cook for 8-10 minutes, rotating midway to ensure uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Presentation and Serving: Plate the crispy lasagna fritta alongside warm marinara sauce, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, appetizing finish.
Notes
- Pat lasagna noodles dry after cooking to remove excess moisture, ensuring crispy exterior when air frying.
- Use room temperature cheeses for smoother mixing and even distribution of filling throughout the roll.
- Press breadcrumb mixture firmly onto lasagna rolls to create a thick, even coating that adheres well during air frying.
- Let lasagna rolls rest for 2-3 minutes after air frying to allow internal temperature to stabilize and prevent burning the crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg