Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor—these Air Fryer Pickles are the ultimate snack or appetizer!
With just a handful of pantry ingredients, you can recreate that irresistible restaurant-style Air Fryer Appetizer right at home, but without the extra oil or mess of deep frying.
Perfect for game day, movie night, or anytime you’re craving something salty and satisfying, this recipe is quick, easy, and lighter than the classic version.
These Air Fryer Pickles have all the crunchy, golden flavor of classic fried pickles without the heavy oil or mess.
With just a few simple ingredients, they come together quickly for the perfect appetizer or snack.
You’ll love how light, crispy, and addicting they are—especially when dipped in your favorite sauce!
Looking for more Easy Appetizersto make? Try my BBQ Chicken Bites or my Air Fryer Chicken Wings.
Table of Contents
- Free Printable Air Fryer Cooking Chart
- Tips for Crispy Coating
- Tips for Cooking & Serving
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Directions
- How long to cook Fried Pickles in Air Fryer
- Easy Serving Tips
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
- Ready for more great recipes?
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Free Printable Air Fryer Cooking Chart
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Tips for Crispy Coating
- Pat the pickles dry so the coating sticks and gets crunchy.
- Don’t skip the cornstarch—it helps create a light, crisp texture.
- Flip halfway through cooking to crisp both sides evenly.
Tips for Cooking & Serving
- Serve right away—they’re best hot from the air fryer.
- Arrange in a single layer so the pickles crisp instead of steam.
- Season to your taste with Cajun, ranch, or garlic seasoning.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
Creole Seasoning – Swap with Cajun seasoning for a similar flavor or make your own blend using paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, and oregano.
Flour & Cornstarch – Use all flour for a classic coating, or all cornstarch for a super-crispy texture. Panko breadcrumbs can be added for extra crunch.
Pickle Slices – Try bread & butter pickles for sweetness, spicy pickles for heat, or even substitute with zucchini, green tomato slices, or pickled okra.
Flavor Boost – Add Parmesan cheese to the flour mix, stir in ranch seasoning, or kick up the heat with cayenne pepper or hot sauce in the egg wash.
Step-by-Step Directions
This section provides step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: In one bowl, whisk together the seasoning, flour, and cornstarch, then coat each pickle in the mixture. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and dredge the coated pickles in the egg wash.
How long to cook Fried Pickles in Air Fryer
Step 2: Spray the pickles lightly with oil and air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes. Turn them over and cook for 2 minutes more, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet until all batches are finished.
Easy Serving Tips
Dip these bite-size crispy pickles in my Copycat Chick Fil-A Sauce, Garlic Parmesan Mayonnaise or even my pizza dipping sauces would be great.
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Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
Want to take this recipe to the next level? Here are a few quick do’s and don’ts that will help you boost flavor, get the perfect texture, and save time in the kitchen.
✔️ DO pat the pickles dry before coating. This helps the batter stick better and makes them extra crispy.
❌ DO NOT overcrowd the air fryer basket—too many pickles will steam instead of crisp and turn soggy. Always arrange them in a single layer for the best crunch.
How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
Refrigerate: Store leftover pickles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Place cooked pickles in a single layer on a baking sheet to flash freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw and Reheat: Reheat directly from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until hot and crispy again.
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- Air Fryer Pizza Monkey Bread - filled with cheese and pepperoni!
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Crispy Pickles
Ingredients
Equipment
Video
Method
- In a bowl, mix the seasoning, flour and cornstarch.
- Coat each pickle in the mixture.
- Place the pickles in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the air fryer.
- Lightly spritz them with oil.
- Air Fry at 400°F for 5 minutes, flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove the pickles from the air fryer and continue cooking the rest.
Nutrition
Notes
- Pat pickles dry with paper towels so the coating sticks and crisps instead of sliding off.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket—arrange in a single layer so the hot air can circulate and keep them crunchy.
- Flip halfway through cooking to make sure both sides get evenly golden and crisp.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and crunch—these are tastiest right out of the air fryer.
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Let us know how it was!This recipe post has been updated with new tips and photos since it first appeared in 2021.
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