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The Best Air Fryer Christmas Recipes

Published: Dec 15, 2022 · Modified: Jun 26, 2024 by Ann Fabrizio · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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These Air Fryer Christmas Recipes will help you put your trusted kitchen friend to good use this holiday season with delicious appetizers, mains, sides and desserts to choose from.

Air Fryer Christmas Recipes

Whether you have a standalone air fryer or the Instant Pot with an air fryer lid, these festive recipes are perfect for Christmas or any other special occasion.

Using the air fryer will free up the oven for other dishes and will make some of the most popular holiday dishes just a little bit healthier, making the whole celebration a little less overindulging.

In this collection, we've picked out our favorite air fryer Christmas recipes including appetizers, mains, sides and desserts. Enjoy!

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Air Fryer Appetizers

Tik Tok Air Fryer Christmas Potato Tree

TIK TOK AIR FRYER CHRISTMAS POTATO TREE

This recipe went viral on Tik Tok and for good reason, it’s super easy and fun to make! The original creator of this idea was @Foodmadesimple: watch it on Tik Tok here. Recipe from The Flexible Fridge.

Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

Instant Pot Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

These mouth-watering Instant Pot Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms are restaurant-worthy! Garlic, breadcrumbs and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms are perfect as an appetizer, finger food or a side dish. Get the recipe here.

Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Air Fryer Blooming Onion

This air fryer blooming onion looks difficult to make, but it really isn’t. Once you learn how to cut the onion you can make this fun appetizer and amaze your family and friends! Make this restaurant quality appetizer at home. Recipe from Upstate Ramblings.

Air Fryer Brie

Air Fryer Brie

Air Fryer Brie is so creamy and absolutely delicious with every gooey bite. It is the perfect appetizer for holiday parties, game days, or just as a snack. Recipe from Air Frying Foodie.

Air Fryer Crispy Tortellini 

Air Fryer Crispy Tortellini

A super tasty appetizer. Kid tested & adult approved! Pasta lovers will flip for these crunchy, “fried” bites, especially when served with marinara or pizza sauce. Recipe from Life Currents Blog.

Air Fryer Garlic Bread

Air Fryer Garlic Bread

Crusty bread infused with butter, garlic and herbs plus that perfect cheese pull that you get in every crispy bite. Recipe from Savory Sweet Spoon.

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Stuffed with cream and cheddar cheese and topped with bacon bits for one delicious appetizer. Recipe from The Cookie Rookie.

Chestnuts in Air Fryer

Chestnuts in Air Fryer

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” is from a classic Christmas song everyone knows. But, what are chestnuts and what do they taste like? Recipe from No Plate Like Home.


Christmas Mains

Instant Pot Roast Chicken & Potatoes (Duo Crisp Air Fryer Or Oven Finish)

Instant Pot Roast Chicken and Potatoes

This delicious recipe of Instant Pot roast chicken and potatoes with herb and garlic butter is made in the 8-quart Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer model using the Pressure Cooking + Roasting functions. Get the recipe here.

Air Fryer Ham

Air Fryer Ham

Boneless ham is basted with a savory-sweet brown sugar and pineapple glaze, and then air-fried until warm, golden, and perfect. Great for the holidays, or anytime! Recipe from The Novice Chef Blog.

Air Fryer Turkey Breast

Air Fryer Turkey Breast

A quick way to roast a bone-in turkey breast. Turkey roasted in the air fryer will be crisp on the outside while remaining juicy on the inside. Recipe from Tasty Air Fryer Recipes.

Air Fryer Roasted Turkey Legs

Air Fryer Roasted Turkey Legs

When more than two people want the leg. Now you can cook up some extra seperately. These are nice and crispy on the outside while perfectly juicy on the inside. Recipe from My Forking Life.

Air Fryer Duck

Air Fryer Duck

Air Fryer Duck can be a perfect holiday meal or special occasion dinner. This roasted duck is just dripping in flavor. Recipe from Air Frying Foodie.

Air Fryer Lamb Chops

Air Fryer Lamb Chops

An elegant meal in only 10 minutes? These Air Fryer Lamb Chops are marinated with rosemary and garlic and are an easy, flavorful main dish you can enjoy on festive occasions. Recipe from The Almond Eater.


Air Fryer Sides

Instant Pot Air Fryer Rosemary Potatoes

Air Fryer Rosemary Potatoes

Simple, yet delicious, this recipe for Rosemary Potatoes is a trusty side dish that works as well on weeknights as it does for a special occasion. You can serve rosemary roasted potatoes with pretty much anything from meat to fish or vegan sausages. Get the recipe here.

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

These potatoes are perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, fluffy and tender on the inside! A super easy and delicious side dish that goes with any meal.  Recipe from Sweet And Savory Meals.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

The air fryer transforms this broccoli dish from your average vegetable to these ultra-crispy, Parmesan-infused veggies with a peppery bite. Recipe from The Cooking Jar.

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Create these delicious crispy Brussel sprouts with olive oil, salt and pepper and parmesan cheese. They are healthy, crunchy, and kids usually love them. Recipe from Andi Anne.

Garlic Roasted Green Beans

Garlic Roasted Green Beans

A quick and easy recipe that is the perfect side dish for dinner. You can also serve with crumbled bacon if you wish. Recipe from Stay Snatched.

Air Fryer Carrots (Sweet or Savory)

Air Fryer Carrots (Sweet or Savory)

Make them sweet or savory, whichever you prefer, in less time than it takes to roast them in the oven. Recipe from My Forking Life.

Roasted Air Fryer Beets

Roasted Air Fryer Beets

These easy roasted Air fryer beets are ready in 15 minutes and great as a side dish, snack, or topping. Perfectly tender and caramelized, they're Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, and Gluten-free. Recipe from Love And Other Spices.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole

This recipe is a quick and easy take on the classic sweet and savory Thanksgiving dish. Topped with the crunchy pecans and the lightly toasted marshmallows, this one’s going to be a star dish on your table! Recipe from My Air Fryer Kitchen.


Air Fryer Christmas Desserts

Air Fryer Fruit Cake

Air Fryer Fruit Cake

No home should be without fruit cake during the holiday season. Whether it tickles your fancy or not, there’s something nostalgic and sentimental about the rich, dense decadence of a jewelled slice of fruitcake over the December holiday. Recipe from Healthier Steps.

Air Fryer Chocolate Bundt Cake

AIR FRYER CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE

This light, fluffy, chocolate cake is the perfect dessert to bring to a holiday dinner because who doesn't love chocolate. Recipe from Air Frying Foodie.

Air Fryer Pecan Pie

Air Fryer Pecan Pie

Pie crust filled with corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and chopped pecans. Ready in under 30 minutes. Recipe from Plain Chicken.

Air Fryer Pear Galette

Air Fryer Pear Galette

There is nothing better for a dessert than a simple one. And this is galette is gorgeous to serve up! Recipe from Fork To Spoon.

Air Fryer S'mores Dip

Did you know you can make S'mores Dip in the Air Fryer? This dessert is so easy and is perfect for a quick and delicious treat. Get the recipe here.

Air Fryer Candied Pecans

Air Fryer Candied Pecans

This homemade snack recipe is quick and easy to make in minutes in your air fryer! Perfect for salads, holiday snacks or gift giving. Each bite is crunchy, sweet and delicious. Recipe from Simply Stacie.


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Air Fryer Christmas Recipes

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Author: Ann Fabrizio

Ingredients

  • Tik Tok Christmas Potato Trees
  • Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Blooming Onion
  • Air Fryer Brie
  • Crispy Tortellini
  • Garlic Bread
  • Jalapeno Poppers
  • Chestnuts in Air Fryer
  • Roast Chicken & Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Ham
  • Turkey Breast
  • Roasted Turkey Legs
  • Air Fryer Duck
  • Air Fryer Lamb Chops
  • Rosemary Potatoes
  • Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes
  • Garlic Parmesan Broccoli
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Green Beans
  • Air Fryer Carrots
  • Roasted Air Fryer Beets
  • Sweet Potato Casserole
  • Air Fryer Fruit Cake
  • Chocolate Bundt Cake
  • Pecan Pie
  • Pear Galette
  • Air Fryer S’mores Dip
  • Candied Pecans
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