why make this recipe
Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls are a fun and tasty twist on traditional cheeseburgers. They are perfect for game days, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner. These egg rolls combine the flavors of cheeseburgers with a crispy, golden outside. Plus, making them in an air fryer makes the process quicker and healthier, cutting down on extra oil while keeping them deliciously crunchy.
how to make Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (to cook the ground beef)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup yellow onion (diced)
- 1/3 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup pickles (diced)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbles
- 4 slices American cheese
- 12 egg roll wraps
- 1/2 cup water (cold)
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil (for brushing egg rolls)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions:
Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cover and chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the cheeseburger egg rolls.
Make the egg roll filling: In a medium skillet, add the olive oil, ground beef, and onions. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the ground beef into crumbles until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft, about 10 minutes.
Add in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, pickles, bacon crumbles, and cheese. Stir until well blended and the cheese has melted. Let simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling has thickened. Remove from heat.
Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit and set the timer for 10 minutes.
Lay an egg roll wrapper flat and rub some water on the outer edges. Add 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture to the center of the wrapper. Roll the egg wrapper up, folding the bottom corner over the beef, then fold in the outer left and right edges, and then roll up the egg roll.
Brush the outside of the egg rolls with olive oil.
Place the egg rolls in the air fryer in a single layer and air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until brown and crispy. Flip the egg rolls halfway through.
Remove the egg rolls from the air fryer, let cool, then enjoy with the dipping sauce.
how to serve Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Serve these egg rolls hot, alongside the prepared dipping sauce. They make a great appetizer or snack. Pair them with some fries or a side salad for a complete meal.
how to store Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
If you have leftovers, let the egg rolls cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them back in the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through and crispy again.
tips to make Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
- When rolling the egg rolls, make sure to seal the edges well to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite burger toppings, like diced tomatoes or jalapeños.
- For a spicier dipping sauce, add a dash of hot sauce or chili powder to the mixture.
variation
You can try using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option. You could also swap the American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor.
FAQs
Can I make the filling in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before making the egg rolls.
How do I know when the egg rolls are done?
The egg rolls should be golden brown and crispy on the outside. They usually take 8 to 10 minutes in the air fryer.
Can I freeze the egg rolls?
Yes, you can freeze the assembled but uncooked egg rolls. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet until frozen, then transfer them to an airtight container. When ready to cook, you may need to increase the cooking time slightly.
Easy Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Ingredients
For the Egg Roll Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (to cook the ground beef)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup yellow onion (diced)
- 1/3 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup pickles (diced)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbles
- 4 slices American cheese
- 12 pieces egg roll wraps
- 1/2 cup water (cold)
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil (for brushing egg rolls)
For the Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Make the Dipping Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cover and chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the cheeseburger egg rolls.
Make the Egg Roll Filling
- In a medium skillet, add the olive oil, ground beef, and onions. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the ground beef into crumbles until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft, about 10 minutes.
- Add in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, pickles, bacon crumbles, and cheese. Stir until well blended and the cheese has melted. Let simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling has thickened. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Egg Rolls
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper flat and rub some water on the outer edges. Add 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture to the center of the wrapper. Roll the egg wrapper up, folding the bottom corner over the beef, then fold in the outer left and right edges, and then roll up the egg roll.
- Brush the outside of the egg rolls with olive oil.
Air Fry the Egg Rolls
- Place the egg rolls in the air fryer in a single layer and air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until brown and crispy. Flip the egg rolls halfway through.
- Remove the egg rolls from the air fryer, let cool, then enjoy with the dipping sauce.