11 Best Air Fryer Finger Foods You’ll Be Kicking Yourself for Not Trying Sooner

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Finger foods are meant to be fun, flavorful, and easy to eat and your air fryer makes them even better! Whether you are hosting a game night, Super Bowl, planning a party, or just craving something crispy and delicious, these air fryer recipes are guaranteed to be a hit. Let’s dig in!

Air fryer Loaded Fries

Loaded fries in air fryer basket — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Crispy fries piled high with melted cheese, beans, olives and your favorite toppings, what’s not to love? The air fryer gives you perfectly golden fries with way less oil, making this a guilt-free indulgence.

Get the recipe: Air fryer Loaded Fries

Air fryer Crispy Chicken Wings

Delicious chicken wings on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and loaded with flavor, these air fryer chicken wings are a must-try. Toss them in buffalo sauce, BBQ glaze, or garlic parmesan seasoning for the ultimate snack.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Delicious buffalo cauliflower bites on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

If you love buffalo wings but want a meat-free alternative, buffalo cauliflower is the way to go. The air fryer makes them perfectly crispy while the spicy buffalo sauce adds just the right amount of heat.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Chicken tenders served with sauce — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Crispy, golden, and tender inside—these air fryer chicken tenders are just as good as the deep-fried version but way healthier. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an easy crowd-pleaser.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp

Delicious popcorn shrimp on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Bite-sized, crispy, and bursting with flavor, air fryer popcorn shrimp is the ultimate snack. Lightly breaded and air-fried to perfection, they are great on their own or as a topping for tacos and salads.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp

Air Fryer Loaded Nachos

Close up of loaded nachos on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Tortilla chips layered with gooey cheese, beans, jalapeños, and all your favorite toppings, these loaded nachos are an air fryer game-changer. Perfect for movie nights or casual get-togethers.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Loaded Nachos

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Bacon wrapped chicken served on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Juicy chicken wrapped in crispy bacon? Yes, please! These bite-sized delights are packed with smoky, savory goodness, making them the perfect party appetizer.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Air Fryer Breaded Mushrooms

Breaded mushrooms after air frying on a plate. — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with earthy flavor, air fryer breaded mushrooms are the ultimate snack. Serve them with a side of ranch or spicy mayo for dipping.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Breaded Mushrooms

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Fried pickles on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Tangy, crispy, and totally addictive, air fryer fried pickles are the perfect crunchy snack. The air fryer gives them a light, golden crust while keeping them juicy inside.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeno poppers on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Spicy jalapeños stuffed with creamy cheese, coated in a crispy breading, and air-fried to perfection—these poppers are an irresistible combination of heat and crunch.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy shrimp with bang bang sauce on a plate — Image Credit: Rachna cooks

Crispy shrimp tossed in a sweet and spicy bang bang sauce—this dish is a flavor explosion. The air fryer makes the shrimp light and crunchy without all the extra oil.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp