35+ Fall Air Fryer Recipes for Cozy Meals & Desserts
Discover 35+ delicious fall recipes you can make in the air fryer. From quick dinners to sweet treats, these cozy favorites are perfect for busy nights.
Fall Air Fryer Recipes to Keep You Cozy This Season
Updated September 23, 2025
As summer fades and the crisp fall air arrives, the air fryer becomes a total weeknight hero. Whether you need quick dinners between practices, warm & cozy sides for Sunday supper, or a sweet treat after a chilly game, these fall air fryer recipes deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
Below you’ll find 35+ tried-and-true fall favorites grouped by type (snacks, mains, sides, desserts) so you can jump straight to what you need. If you’re a beginner, don’t miss the tips section for timing, preheating, and how to adapt oven recipes to your air fryer.
Want to cook in season? Browse the USDA Seasonal Produce Guide and pair your air fryer with peak-fresh fall ingredients.
Quick Snacks & Lunchbox Wins
- Toasted Uncrustables in the Air Fryer — A quick, kid-approved bite; add Nutella for extra yum. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Apple Chips — Light, crisp, and perfect for after-school snacking. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Apple Fries — Cinnamon-kissed fries with dipping sauce vibes. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Pierogi — Cheesy and tender; a great snack or simple entrée. Check out this recipe
Veggies & Cozy Fall Sides
- How to Roast Any Vegetables in the Air Fryer — Your master method for perfect roast veggies. Check out this recipe
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes — Caramelized, tender, and so simple. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Acorn Squash — Cinnamon-sugar glazed autumn classic. Check out this recipe
- Scalloped Potatoes in the Air Fryer — Creamy, cozy side in about an hour. Check out this recipe
- Sweet Potato Hash — Hearty side or base for eggs and bowls. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Apple Pecan Salad — Warm-roasted sprouts with crisp apples, pecans, and cranberries. Check out this recipe
Sheet-Pan & Bowl Meals
- Air Fryer Rainbow Roasted Veggies and Chicken — Colorful, balanced, and fast. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chicken Fajitas — Sweet + savory fajita twist that eats like a full meal. Check out this recipe
- Chicken, Cabbage, and Apples Sheet Pan Dinner — A simple dinner that shouts fall. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Ranch Chicken and Veggies — Classic ranch flavor, family favorite. Check out this recipe
Family Mains (Chicken, Pork, Beef)
- Air Fryer Juicy Roast Beef & Tender Vegetables — A full Sunday dinner, no oven needed. Check out this recipe
- Herb-Crusted Pork Chops — Only 3 ingredients; pair with a cozy side. Check out this recipe
- Easy 15-Minute Air Fryer Pork Chops — Weeknight-fast and perfectly juicy. Check out this recipe
- Perfect Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Marinade — Juicy and done in 15–20 minutes. Check out this recipe
Sandwiches & Handhelds
- Ham and Cheese Slam Sandwich — Buttery biscuits, melty cheese, total crowd-pleaser. Check out this recipe
- Open-Faced Beef Ciabatta Sandwich — Toasty ciabatta, shredded beef, and cheese in 8 minutes. Check out this recipe
- Poppy Seed Ham & Cheese Sliders — Budget-friendly, perfectly toasted, with savory glaze. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Bean & Cheese Burritos — Freezer-friendly for fast meals anytime. Check out this recipe
Casseroles & Bakes
- Simple Cowboy Casserole Dinner — Inexpensive, hearty, and incredibly delicious. Check out this recipe
- Poor Man’s Lasagna — Frugal, filling, and family-approved. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Pizza Pot Pies — Fun, saucy, and cheesy mini bakes. Check out this recipe
- Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans — Simple, wholesome, and satisfying. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Stuffed Peppers (5 Ingredients) — Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor. Check out this recipe
Donuts, Breads & Breakfast Treats
- The EASIEST 2-Ingredient Donuts — 15 minutes to fresh donuts. Check out this recipe
- Quick & Easy Air Fryer Cake Donuts — Cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or icing. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts — Fit-for-fall pumpkin goodness. Check out this recipe
- Cinnamon Buns TikTok Recipe (Tested) — Viral-worthy, approved version. Check out this recipe
- Disappearing Marshmallow Rolls (Hocus Pocus Buns) — 5 ingredients, 15 minutes. Check out this recipe
- Quick Air Fryer Maple Bars — Simple glaze, bakery vibes at home. Check out this recipe
Desserts & Sweet Treats
- Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Buns — Think cinnamon rolls, but better with apples. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Apple Cobbler — Fall classic; serve with ice cream. Check out this recipe
- Air Fryer Peach Cobbler (5 Ingredients) — Summery twist that works year-round with pantry fruit. Check out this recipe
- Peanut Butter Chocolate S’mores Dip — Melty 5-minute indulgence. Check out this recipe
- Easy Mini S’mores Pies — Use up leftover s’mores supplies. Check out this recipe
- S’mores Dip in the Air Fryer — Campfire vibes without the fire. Check out this recipe
- How to Make Air Fryer S’mores — Gooey stack any time of year. Check out this recipe
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Toasted Uncrustables in the Air Fryer
A quick and tasty midday or midnight snack for every kid and adult! Top with a Nutella hazelnut spread for extra deliciousness!
Check out this recipe Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa and Beans
Try this incredibly delicious and healthy recipe for Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa and Beans when you're looking for an exceptional dish!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Pizza Pot Pies
Enjoy a fun dinner recipe with this Air Fryer Pizza Pot Pies recipe. Super delicious and filled with flavor.
Check out this recipe How to Roast Any Vegetables in the Air Fryer
Make tasty vegetables in the air fryer with these instructions on How to Roast Any Vegetable in the Air Fryer.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Rainbow Roasted Veggies and Chicken
Air Fryer Rainbow Roasted Veggies and Chicken is an easy and tasty way to enjoy a healthy meal without even feeling like it’s healthy.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chicken Fajitas
Air Fryer Chicken Sweet Potato Fajitas recipe is the new best way to make a sweet potato into a full meal for lunch or dinner!
Check out this recipe Roasted Sweet Potatoes
The easiest, sweetest, most deliciously tender roasted sweet potatoes made wonderfully in the air fryer.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Buns
Think cinnamon rolls, and then make them better by adding in deliciously seasoned chopped apples and you have these amazing air fryer apple cinnamon buns.
Check out this recipe Ham and Cheese Slam Sandwich
OMG - that is what you will be saying when you bite into this amazing ham and cheese slam sandwich. The delicious buttery flavor from the biscuits, the melty cheesy, all in one tasty bite.
Check out this recipe Scalloped Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Delicious air fryer scalloped potatoes made in an hour, a perfect and easy dinner side dish.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Pierogi
Tender and cheesy this air fryer pierogi recipe will be a new favorite appetizer or even a simple dinner entrée.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Acorn Squash
The perfect autumn vegetable side that you can make perfectly tender in an air fryer with a delicious cinnamon sugar glaze.
Check out this recipe Disappearing Marshmallow Rolls in the Air Fryer
Disappearing marshmallow rolls or hocus pocus buns are a tasty treat that you make in the air fryer and enjoy for breakfast or dessert. You only need 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to make this sweet roll!
Check out this recipe Chicken, Cabbage, and Apples Sheet Pan Dinner
Try this delicious Chicken, Cabbage, and Apples Sheet Pan Dinner in the air fryer for a simple dinner that shouts fall.
Check out this recipe Cinnamon Buns TikTok Recipe in the Air Fryer
You’ve seen these cinnamon bun recipes all over TikTok and I have tested a few to give you the best version of the viral dessert recipe!
Check out this recipe Sweet Potato Hash
Enjoy a super simple, flavorful, and wonderfully tasty new way to make sweet potatoes in the air fryer with this sweet potato hash recipe!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Apple Cobbler
Enjoy this indulgent Fall air fryer apple cobbler dessert with whip cream or vanilla ice cream.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Apple Pecan Salad
Roasting Brussels sprouts makes them easier to digest, and when paired with crisp apples, crunchy pecans, and sweet cranberries, they transform into a flavorful, crowd-pleasing salad!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Apple Fries
Tasty and yummy apple fries in the air fryer are the perfect summer snack!
Check out this recipe Simple Air Fryer Apple Chips for an Easy Afternoon Snack
Delicious and healthy afternoon snack in your air fryer with these apple chips
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Juicy Roast Beef and Tender Vegetables
Did you know you can make an entire meal in your air fryer? Here is everything you need to know to make a juicy and tender roast beef meal in the air fryer. This recipe is a no-fail hit that will have everyone wanting more!
Check out this recipe The EASIEST 2 Ingredient Donuts in the Air Fryer!
Enjoy these air fryer donuts in just 15 minutes with this easy 2 ingredient dough!
Check out this recipe Quick and Easy Air Fryer Cake Donuts
Easy air-fried cake donuts are quick, simple, and absolutely delicious! They're ready in less than 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts
Pumpkin donuts are a fun new treat that are so easy to whip up in the air fryer!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Stuffed Peppers (5 Ingredient Recipe)
This delicious and simple 5 ingredient pesto chicken stuffed pepper recipe is so incredibly easy to make in the air fryer!
Check out this recipe Open Faced Beef Ciabatta Sandwich (Air Fryer Recipe)
Crispy, toasted ciabatta topped with savory spread, tender shredded beef, and melty cheese – these Beef Ciabatta Sandwiches are the perfect quick meal! Made in the air fryer, they cook up in just 8 minutes for a satisfying lunch or dinner that's both easy and impressive.
Check out this recipe Peanut Butter Chocolate S'mores Dip
This melty peanut butter chocolate s'mores dip recipe is the easiest and tastiest treat you can make in your air fryer in 5 minutes.
Check out this recipe Easy Mini S'mores Pies in the Air Fryer
Mini s'mores cakes in the air fryer are a tasty treat you can make with s'more supplies left over from this summer!
Check out this recipe S'mores Dip in the Air Fryer
Enjoy the delights of summer any time of the year with this simple and easy s'mores dip recipe right in your air fryer.
Check out this recipe How to Make Air Fryer S'mores
Enjoy tasty and melty s'mores anytime of the year in your air fryer!
Check out this recipe Simple Cowboy Casserole Dinner in the Air Fryer
This cowboy casserole recipe is the perfect meal if you need a quick, easy, inexpensive, and incredibly delicious dinner recipe!
Check out this recipe Poppy Seed Ham & Cheese Sliders in the Air Fryer
Try this easy, delicious, and budget-friendly ham and cheese slider recipe, perfectly toasted in the air fryer with a poppyseed glaze. Here are some quick tips to make the best sliders!
Check out this recipe Quick Air Fryer Maple Bars
Air fryer maple bars ready in 15 minutes and you only need a handful of ingredients to make a delicious homemade maple bar glaze!
Check out this recipe Poor Man's Lasagna Recipe
One of my husband's favorite meals! Super easy, frugal, and delicious poor man's lasagna!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Bean and Cheese Burritos
Make a batch of easy, budget-friendly bean and cheese burritos that are perfect for meal prep and freezer-friendly for quick, delicious meals anytime.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Apple Cobbler
Enjoy this indulgent Fall air fryer apple cobbler dessert with whip cream or vanilla ice cream.
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Peach Cobbler - Easy 5 Ingredient Recipe
Air fryer peach cobbler cake is a simple and delectable treat that only needs 5 ingredients. You need to try this tasty summertime dessert!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Ranch Chicken and Veggies
Air fryer chicken and veggies in the perfect ranch mixture makes for a super easy and simple dinner recipe that everyone will love!
Check out this recipe Air Fryer Rosemary Ranch Chicken
Tasty and simple air fryer rosemary chicken is one for the books!
Check out this recipe Herb Crusted Pork Chops
Pair this healthy 3 ingredient pork chop recipe with a tasty side for a complete and filling meal.
Check out this recipe Easy 15-Minute Air Fryer Pork Chops
My new favorite way to cook pork chops - in the air fryer! It's so fast and easy! And they turn out perfectly every time.
Check out this recipe Perfect Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Marinade
This juicy and tender air fryer balsamic marinade pork tenderloin recipe is made in 15-20 minutes to cook to perfection!
Check out this recipe Beginner Tips for Air Frying in Fall
- Preheat when crisp matters. A 2–4 minute preheat helps root veggies, breaded mains, and pastries get that golden edge.
- Don’t crowd the basket. Give foods space so hot air can circulate. Cook in batches for the best texture.
- Shake, flip, repeat. For even browning, shake or flip halfway—especially with potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and wings.
- Use a thermometer for proteins. Hit safe temps for juicy chicken and pork without overcooking.
- Line smartly. Perforated parchment or a light oil spritz keeps things crisp without sticking.
- Oven alternative. Convert most recipes to a 400°F oven: add ~25–35% time and use the middle rack. Check early.
FAQ: Fall Air Fryer Cooking
What fall ingredients work best in the air fryer?
Root veggies, squash, Brussels sprouts, apples, pears, and hearty proteins (chicken thighs, pork tenderloin). They crisp beautifully while staying tender inside.
How do I adapt oven recipes for the air fryer?
Reduce oven temp by ~25°F and start checking 30–40% sooner. For example, 25 minutes at 425°F in the oven might be ~14–18 minutes at 400°F in the air fryer, depending on thickness and model.
Can I bake fall desserts in the air fryer?
Yes! Hand pies, muffins, donuts, and crisps do great. Use smaller pans that fit your basket and check a few minutes early to avoid over-browning.
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