Air fryer frozen waffles are golden and crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. Whether standard or thick cut, these won’t disappoint. They’re the modern way to make this breakfast classic.
I love waffles, but I don’t love the cleanup. That’s why I opt for frozen waffles. Making them in the air fryer ensures they’re perfect every time, and they’re done so fast!
Frozen Waffles in the Air Fryer
This was inspired by my air fryer frozen sausage patties recipe. I needed something to go with them, after all. They pair well with this delicious air fryer bacon wrapped breakfast sausage recipe or our amazing twisted bacon!
Ingredient
You only need one ingredient to make this recipe. That’s right, it only takes one ingredient and I don’t count cooking spray!
- Frozen waffles – regular size or thick
- cooking spray
See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.
Instructions
Making these waffles couldn’t be simpler. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in less than 10 minutes.
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees and spray your basket with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Air Fry the Waffles
Place the frozen waffles in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry. Cook regular waffles for 5 minutes and thick waffles for 6 minutes.
Hint: Be sure to spray your air fryer basket so the waffles don’t stick.
Substitutions
Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these air fryer frozen waffles.
- Your Favorite Brand – Use your favorite brand of frozen waffles. They all work.
- Your Favorite Kind of Waffles – Use your favorite kind of frozen waffles, no matter the size.
Variations
Want to personalize this air fryer frozen waffles recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Toppings – Top your waffles with bacon butter or pecan honey or maple butter, syrup, berries, bananas, chocolate chips, powdered sugar, hazelnut spread or whipped cream.
- Mini Waffles – Use mini waffles to make a fun breakfast or a breakfast sandwich with waffle “buns”.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy these fried chicken and waffles.
Equipment
You only need one piece of equipment to make this recipe.
- Air fryer
Storage
Store leftover waffles in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips
Although this recipe is super easy, I do have some tips to help make them easier and tastier.
- Always preheat your air fryer for even cooking.
- Always spray your air fryer basket so nothing sticks.
- Always cook your waffles from frozen for proper cooking time.
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FAQ
Do you have questions about air fryer frozen waffles? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about frozen waffles in the air fryer.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Place them in the air fryer and cook for about 2 minutes at 360 degrees.
Any of your favorite breakfast foods are perfect with them. You can also top them with syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or berries.
Air Fryer Frozen Waffles
Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.
Air Fryer Frozen Waffles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 box Standard or Thick Frozen Waffles
- cooking spray
Options
- butter
- syrup
- berries
- bananas
- icing or powered sugar
- whipped cream
- ice cream
- chocolate chips
- peanut butter
- hazelnut spread
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees for 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Standard Sized Waffles
- Get out your ingredient!
- Remove waffle from package.
- Add the waffles in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer you may need to make multiple batches. Cook for 5 minutes for standard size waffles.
- Remove from air fryer once golden brown.
- Serve.
- Enjoy every bite!
Thick Sized Waffles
- Get out your ingredient!
- Remove waffle from package.
- Add the waffles in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer you may need to make multiple batches. Cook for 6 minutes for thick waffles.
- Remove from air fryer once golden brown. You may want to flip for one more minute.
- Serve.
- Enjoy every bite!
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