12 No-Mess Snacks You Can Make in an Air Fryer While Laughing at Comedy Specials

Whether you are binge-watching a web-series, football match, or everyone’s favourite stand-up comedy, snack is a must have.

Watching comedy specials without snacking is like going to a buffet just to sip water - it may be allowed but why would you do that to yourself. 

And what if we tell you that you can make a few easy snacks in under 15 minutes using an airfryer. 

Here are 12 snacks that you must try. These are easy to make and perfect to munch on while you binge-watc

1. Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas

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Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika 
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt  

Instructions:

1. Pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.  
2. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated. 
3. Preheat the 800w air fryer to 400°F (200°C). 
4. Spread the chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
5. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.  
6.  Let cool slightly before enjoying your crispy, healthy, and protein-packed snack.  

2. Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

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Ingredients:

• 12 string cheese sticks 
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 
•  2 eggs, beaten  
• 1 cup breadcrumbs  
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning  
• Marinara sauce for dipping  

Instructions:

1.  Cut the string cheese sticks in half to make 24 smaller sticks.  
2. Roll each stick in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning. 
3. Place the coated sticks on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes to help the coating stick. 
4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).  
5. Arrange the mozzarella sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
6. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden and crispy.  
7. Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.  

3. Sweet Potato Fries

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Ingredients:

•  2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin sticks  
• 1 tablespoon olive oil  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt  
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika  
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper  

Instructions: 

1. Soak the sweet potato sticks in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Pat them dry.  
2. In a bowl, toss the sweet potato sticks with olive oil, salt, paprika, and black pepper.  
3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).  
4. Arrange the sweet potato sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
5. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.  
6. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.  

4. Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites

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Ingredients:

• 1 small head of cauliflower, cut into florets  
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce  
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs  
•  1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping  

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.  
2. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.  
3. Dip each buffalo-coated floret into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).  
5. Arrange the cauliflower bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
6. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.  
7. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.  

5. Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

Ingredients:

• 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough  
• 1/4 cup melted butter  
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar  
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon  

Instructions:

1. Roll the biscuit dough into small balls.  
2. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).  
3. Arrange the dough balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
4. Air fry for 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown.  
5. In a bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.  
6. Brush the warm donut holes with melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.  
7. Serve immediately.  

6. Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

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Ingredients:

• 1 bag (20 oz) frozen pizza rolls  

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).  
2. Place the frozen pizza rolls in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
3. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.  
4. Let cool slightly before serving with marinara sauce.  

7. Garlic Parmesan Kale Chips

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and torn into pieces  
• 1 tablespoon olive oil  
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese  
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder  
• Salt to taste  

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, toss the kale pieces with olive oil, Parmesan, garlic powder, and salt.  
2. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).  
3. Arrange the kale in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
4. Air fry for 4-6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.  
5. Let cool before serving.  

8. Air Fryer Banana Slices

Ingredients:

• 2 bananas, sliced  
• 2 tablespoons melted butter  
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar  
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon  

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.  
2. Dip the banana slices in melted butter, then coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture.  
3. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).  
4. Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
5. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.  
6. Serve warm with a drizzle of honey. 

9. Crispy Tofu Bites

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Ingredients:

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed  
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce  
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch  
• Sweet chili sauce or peanut butter for dipping  

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with soy sauce, then coat with cornstarch.  
2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).  
3. Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
4. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.  
5. Serve with sweet chili sauce or peanut butter for dipping.  

10. Air Fryer Apple Chips

This sweet and savoury snack  is perfect for those who don’t like their desserts very sweet.  

Ingredients:

• 2 apples, thinly sliced  
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon  

Instructions:

1. Sprinkle the apple slices with cinnamon.  
2. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).  
3. Arrange the apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
4. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. 
5. Let cool before serving.  

11. Jalapeno Poppers

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Ingredients:

• 6 jalapenos, halved and seeded  
• 4 oz cream cheese  
• 6 slices bacon, cut in half (optional)  

Instructions: 

1. Fill each jalapeño half with cream cheese.  
2. Wrap each half with a piece of bacon (if using).  
3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).  
4. Arrange the poppers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
5. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.  
6. Serve warm.  

12. Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

Air fried snacks  taste 10 times better. These pretzel bites are going to be a star of your comedy watch party.

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (16 oz) frozen pretzel bites  
• 2 tablespoons melted butter  
• Salt to taste  

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).  
2. Arrange the pretzel bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.  
3. Air fry for 3-4 minutes, or until warmed through.  
4. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with salt.  
5. Serve with cheese dip or mustard.

Conclusion 

Air fryers have revolutionized the way we cook, offering a quick, easy, and mess-free solution for preparing delicious snacks. Whether you’re craving something sweet, savory, or crunchy, these 12 air fryer recipes are perfect for satisfying your cravings while you relax and enjoy your favorite comedy specials.

From crispy chickpeas and gooey mozzarella sticks to sweet cinnamon sugar donut holes and spicy jalapeño poppers, there’s something for everyone.  

The beauty of these recipes lies in their simplicity. With minimal ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up a snack in no time, leaving you with more moments to laugh and unwind. Plus, the air fryer’s efficiency means less cleanup, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your entertainment.  

And remember, for all your air fryer needs and more, trust Glen India to bring innovation and quality to your kitchen.