🍝 Air Fryer Lasagna Cups
The Perfect Bite-Sized Italian Treat
All the classic lasagna flavors — melty cheese, rich sauce, and savory filling — packed into crispy, individual cups made right in the air fryer.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10–12 minutes
Total: ~30 minutes
🍽 Serves
6–8 lasagna cups
📝 Ingredients
Base
6–8 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
(or oven-ready noodles softened in hot water)
Filling
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated parmesan
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup cooked ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Optional Add-Ins
Chopped spinach
Mushrooms
Crushed red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Noodles
Cut cooked lasagna noodles in half.
Gently press each piece into a muffin cup or silicone liner to form a “cup.”
2️⃣ Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix ricotta, half the mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Stir in cooked meat or veggies if using.
3️⃣ Assemble
Spoon a little marinara into each noodle cup.
Add ricotta mixture.
Top with more marinara and remaining mozzarella.
4️⃣ Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 180°C / 360°F
Cook for 10–12 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden
5️⃣ Serve
Let cool for 2–3 minutes
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley
Serve as an appetizer, snack, or light meal
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before air frying.
Q: Can I freeze lasagna cups?
Absolutely. Freeze after assembling or cooking. Air fry from frozen, adding 3–5 minutes.
Q: Do I need oil?
No — noodles and cheese provide enough moisture. Silicone liners help prevent sticking.
Q: Can I make them vegetarian?
Yes! Skip the meat and add veggies like spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
Q: How do I stop them from falling apart?
Let them rest a few minutes after cooking — the cheese sets as they cool.