Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions for Guilt-Free Snacking
Enjoy a delightful twist on a classic snack with Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions for Guilt-Free Snacking. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from movie nights at home to lively gatherings with friends. With all the flavor of traditional blooming onions but without the excess oil and calories, you can indulge your cravings while staying health-conscious. Quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite spices, these crispy mini onions are sure to satisfy your snacking needs without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 medium sweet onions (such as Vidalia)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with lemon juice)
- 1 cup flour (gluten-free option available)
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- Peel and trim the onions, then cut into eight sections without slicing through the root. Rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk and dry ingredients until smooth.
- Dip each onion into the batter, ensuring all sections are coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray each coated onion with cooking oil and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for about 12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg