Crispy Cheesy Onion Rings

Crispy Cheesy Onion Rings

Ingredients

• 2 large onions
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
• Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the onions

• Peel the onions.
• Slice into ¾-inch (2 cm) thick rounds.
• Separate the rings carefully.
• Use the larger rings, nesting a smaller ring inside each larger one to create a “double ring” with a gap in between.

2. Fill with cheese

• Mix together:
  • mozzarella
  • Parmesan
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • paprika
  • pepper
  • Italian seasoning
• Pack the cheese mixture tightly into the gap between the onion rings.
• Sprinkle a little extra cheese in the center if desired.

3. Chill

• Place the stuffed rings on a parchment-lined tray.
• Freeze for 20–30 minutes. This helps the cheese stay in place while cooking.

4. Air fry

• Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Lightly spray the rings with cooking oil.
• Cook for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.
• For extra browning, cook another 1–2 minutes.

OR Bake

• Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, then broil for 1–2 minutes to brown the cheese.

Optional Crunchy Version

Before cooking:

1. Dip each stuffed ring in beaten egg.
2. Coat with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
3. Spray with oil.
4. Air fry for 10–12 minutes.

Serve with

• Marinara sauce
• Ranch dressing
• Garlic aioli
• Spicy mayo