Frozen Egg Rolls In Air Fryer

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Whip up frozen egg rolls in the air fryer for a quick and satisfying fix! Air fry frozen egg rolls that have crispy exteriors and piping-hot, succulent interiors in just 10 minutes, and no thawing required.

Post includes Weight Watchers points.

the finished frozen egg rolls in air fryer recipe served on a white plate

Friends, if you love Asian takeout as much as I do, you’ve got to make Frozen Egg Rolls in Air Fryer! Once I learned how easy it was to make some of my favorite Asian-inspired dishes at home, we started having regular Asian nights at home.

And, in my opinion, no Asian meal is complete without crispy and delicious favorite Chinese restaurant-style egg rolls. #amiright?

Making egg rolls from scratch is not always feasible, especially on busy weeknights. That’s why I am sooooo excited by how easy it is to make these air fryer egg rolls. Talk about a total game-changer!

Like cooking frozen burrito in air fryer and delicious air fryer frozen meatballs, these air fryer frozen egg rolls cook up quickly (in about 10 minutes) and turn out perfectly crispy outside every time.

one finished frozen egg rolls in air fryer being held with chopsticks

And if you like air fried frozen foods, then you’ll definitely want to try these Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings and seriously juicy Air Fryer Frozen Hamburgers that are better than take-out.

Why Make This Air Fry Egg Rolls Recipe

  • Save Money – Making take-out favorites like egg rolls and spring rolls is a great way to save money. 
  • All round recipe – Serve with homemade Asian dishes or as a stand-alone appetizer, a quick lunch, a side dish, an easy meal, and perfect snack cuisine.
  • No Thawing – Go straight from the freezer to the air fryer to the table in a cook time of about 10 minutes. 
  • Crispy – End up with crispy rolls that are healthier than deep frying.

Ingredient Notes For Cooking Frozen Eggs Rolls

  • Frozen Egg Rolls – This method works with all brands and flavors of egg rolls and frozen spring rolls, including vegetable egg rolls, frozen chicken egg rolls, and pork egg rolls. Even those frozen mini egg rolls are perfect.
frozen egg rolls piled on a white plate and ready to be cooked in air fryer

Ready to learn how to make these deliciously crunchy air fryer frozen egg rolls? Then gather up your ingredients, and I will show you…

How To Cook Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls In Air Fryer

Don’t forget to check out my best air fryer tips to get better results with every recipe.

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card and recipe notes below.

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F / 190 degrees C, and place frozen egg rolls in the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
  2. Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Turn over when you have reached half the cooking time. 
image collage showing the steps for making frozen egg rolls in air fryer

How To Make Frozen Spring Rolls In The Air Fryer

You can easily cook frozen spring rolls, too.

  1. Use a preheated air fryer at 380 degrees F / 190 degrees C. Place spring rolls in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
  2. Cook spring rolls for 4 minutes, then check for doneness. Continue cooking and then check after each additional minute. Turn them over in the air fryer basket when they seem about halfway done. They’re done when golden brown.

Handy Tip: Use Good Kitchen Tools!

For the best tools to help make your recipe even easier and more successful, check out my collection of the Best Air Fryer Tools on Amazon.

Pro Tips

  • Preheat your air fryer to ensure even cooking and help to achieve that crispy exterior. The bonus is this recipe has no prep time.
  • There is no need to add extra oil. However, you can give a light spritz with cooking spray if the egg rolls aren’t crisping to your liking.
  • Cook rolls (or spring rolls) in a single layer, keeping space between them so the air can circulate and they cook evenly.
  • Adjust the cooking time for larger, smaller, thicker, or thinner egg rolls.
  • Shake the basket or turn the egg rolls over halfway through cooking time. 
  • This recipe works with homemade egg rolls that have been frozen first.
  • Nutrition information will vary depending on the brand and flavor of the frozen egg roll.
  • Air fryer temperatures can vary based on the make and model, so use the cook times listed as a guide, check your food for doneness, and adjust as needed.
  • Grab our Air Fryer Cooking Times Cheat Sheet for more information.
top down view of the cooked frozen egg rolls in air fryer basket

Delicious Variations For Air Fryer Rolls

  • Try Different Flavors and Brands – Frozen egg rolls are available in many different brands and flavors. Try them out to discover your favorite. We love egg rolls from the following brands:
    • Costco
    • Aldi
    • Tai Pei
    • Trader Joe’s
    • Walmart
  • Add Dipping Sauce – Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet chili sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Duck Sauce, Spicy Mustard, Ginger sauce, and Soy Sauce or Tamari are all great options.

Prep And Storage For Crunchy Egg Rolls

  • Prep Ahead – No prep needed! Go from freezer to air fryer to table without thawing with these air fry frozen egg rolls.
  • Store – Leftover egg rolls can be stored in an airtight storage container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
  • Freeze – Refreezing cooked rolls is not recommended. 
one of the completed frozen egg rolls in air fryer being dipped into sauce with a pair of chopsticks

FAQs

Do I Need To Thaw Egg Rolls Before Air Frying?

There’s no need to thaw these before air frying them. The beauty of frozen foods is that you can go straight from the freezer to the air fryer. You’ll be munching on delicious crispy egg rolls in no time!

How Long Should I Cook Frozen Egg Rolls In The Air Fryer?

If you have wondered how long you should cook frozen egg rolls, the total cook time will depend on both your air fryer and the size of the egg rolls, but 8-10 minutes is a good estimate for the average egg roll. 

What Is Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls Time And Temp?

The cook time and temp are as follows 10 minutes at 380 degrees F / 190 degrees C. Larger egg rolls may take a bit longer in the air fryer. 

Why Aren’t My Egg Rolls Getting Crispy?

Your egg rolls might not be getting crispy due to factors like insufficient temperature, overcrowding, rice wrapper quality, wet filling, or inadequate time.

Ensure proper conditions, adjust cooking techniques, and allow them to cool slightly after cooking for better crispiness.

How Do I Reheat Egg Rolls?

Reheat your egg rolls by preheating your air fryer to 380 degrees F / 190 degrees C. Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until warmed throughout.

Where Can I Buy Frozen Egg Rolls?

You can buy frozen egg rolls in the freezer section of your grocery store. 

What Are The Best Brands Of Egg Rolls?

The best brands of egg rolls based on popularity are ​​Pagoda Frozen Egg Rolls, Tai Pei Egg Rolls, P.F. Chang’s Egg Rolls, Van’s Frozen Egg Rolls, and more. You should experiment to find your favorite brand.

Is There A Difference Between Egg Rolls and Spring Rolls?

Yes, there is a difference between egg rolls and spring rolls. Spring rolls are typically wrapped in thin flour wrappers or thin rice wrappers and can be fried or baked.

Egg rolls, on the other hand, are wrapped in thick wrappers (which end up being a crispier wrapper) before being dipped in egg for a richer taste. These are usually fried.

How Do You Air Fry PF Chang’s Frozen Egg Rolls?

Air fry PF Chang’s frozen egg rolls at 350 degrees F / 170 degrees C for approximately 8-10 minutes in your air fryer.

How Do You Cook Pagoda Frozen Egg Rolls In The Air Fryer?

You cook Pagoda frozen egg rolls by placing them in a preheated air fryer at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Are Egg Rolls Better In The Air Fryer Than Deep Fryer?

Frozen egg rolls are better in the air fryer than deep fryer, since cooking in the air fryer is less messy than deep frying and it is a healthier option. They turn out equally crispy and flavorful using only a fraction of the oil. No one will even realize they’re air-fried!

a single frozen egg rolls in air fryer held with chopsticks

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top down view of a white plate filled with the frozen egg rolls in air fryer

Serve Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls With:

Have you wondered what to serve egg rolls with or what goes with them? Try these delicious recipes:

  • You need an awesome Air Fryer for these air fryer frozen egg rolls.
  • A pair of helpful kitchen tongs to safely remove your air fried food.
  • To crisp up your food even more, use this spray bottle to lightly spritz with oil.
  • For the best tools to help make your recipe even easier and more successful, check out my collection of the Best Air Fryer Tools on Amazon.

Weight Watchers Points

There are 4 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving (depending on the brand of frozen egg rolls used).

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the finished frozen egg rolls in air fryer recipe served on a white plate
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Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls

Achieve crispy, restaurant-style air fry egg rolls at home in just 10 minutes!
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: asian
Servings: 8
Calories: 150kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 8 egg rolls ready-made and frozen

Instructions

To Make These in Air Fryer

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F / 190 degrees C and remove frozen egg rolls from the packaging.
  • Add the egg rolls to the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, turning over halfway through cooking time.

To Make Frozen Spring Rolls Instead

  • Preheat the air fryer to  380 degrees F / 190 degrees C. Place spring rolls in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 4 minutes, then check for doneness. Check after each additional minute, then turn them over when they seem about halfway done. 
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Notes

  • There is no need to add extra oil. However, you can give a light spritz with cooking spray if the egg rolls aren’t crisping to your liking. 
  • Cook egg rolls (or spring rolls) in a single layer, keeping space between them so the air can circulate and they cook evenly.
  • Adjust the cooking time for larger, smaller, thicker, or thinner egg rolls.
  • Shake the basket or turn the egg rolls over halfway through cooking time. 
  • This recipe works with homemade egg rolls that have been frozen first.
  • Nutrition information will vary depending on the brand and flavor of the frozen egg roll.
  • Air fryer temperatures can vary based on the make and model, so use the cook times listed as a guide, check your food for doneness, and adjust as needed.
  • Storage – keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for 3 days.
  • There are 4 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving (depending on the brand of frozen egg rolls used).
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Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 380mg

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