Air Fryer Frozen Waffles

Name: Air Fryer Frozen Waffles
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 11 min
Ingredients: 1 box Standard or Thick Frozen Waffles; cooking spray; butter; syrup; berries; bananas; icing or powered sugar; whipped cream; ice cream; chocolate chips; peanut butter; hazelnut spread

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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.

Overhead shot of air fryer frozen waffles on plates with berries

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.

Stack of air fryer frozen waffles on plate

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.

Overhead shot of air fryer frozen waffles on plate.

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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.

How long are these good?

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How do I reheat these?

Place them in the air fryer and cook for about 2 minutes at 360 degrees.

What can I serve with air fryer waffles?

Any of your favorite breakfast foods are perfect with them. You can also top them with syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or berries.