Air Fryer Onion Rings

Ready in about 29 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Crunchy onion rings with a crisp golden crumb and sweet tender onion inside. They taste properly indulgent without the deep fryer.

Ingredients

  • 2 large onions, sliced into rings
  • 60 g plain flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 120 g breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Cooking spray

Method

  1. 1Separate the onion slices into rings.
  2. 2Set up bowls of flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs mixed with the salt and paprika.
  3. 3Dip each ring in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
  4. 4Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F and spray the rings lightly with oil.
  5. 5Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  6. 6Serve straight away with your favourite dip.

Tips for the best results

  • Panko gives the crunchiest coating.
  • Work in batches so the rings stay crisp rather than steaming.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer onion rings?+

Cook at 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway.

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