Air Fryer Lasagna Cups: The Perfect Bite-Sized Italian Treat

Why You’ll Love These Lasagna Cups

These handheld lasagna bites turn a traditionally time-consuming comfort food into a fast, family-friendly weeknight dish. The air fryer makes the wonton wrappers perfectly crisp while warming the filling evenly—no long baking or cooling time required. Best of all, they’re ready in under 15 minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

For the Cups

24 wonton wrappers
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella (plus extra for topping)
¼ cup grated Parmesan
1 egg
½ pound cooked ground beef or Italian sausage
1 cup marinara sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prep the Cups

Lightly spray your air fryer–safe muffin tin or ramekins with cooking spray.
Press one wonton wrapper into each cup to form a small basket.
Mist the wrappers with olive oil so they crisp nicely.

2. Make the Cheese Mixture

In a bowl, mix together:

Ricotta
Half of the mozzarella
Parmesan
Egg
Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper

Stir until smooth and creamy.

3. Make the Meat Layer

Combine your cooked ground beef or sausage with marinara sauce in a separate bowl.

4. Assemble

In each wonton cup:

Add a spoonful of meat sauce.
Add a generous scoop of the cheese mixture.
Add another spoonful of meat sauce.
Sprinkle with mozzarella.

5. Air Fry

Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
Cook cups for 6–8 minutes, until edges are golden and cheese is bubbling.
Cool 2–3 minutes before removing.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Pro Tips for Perfect Lasagna Cups

Don’t overfill—overflow will prevent even crisping.
For extra crunch, double-layer the wonton wrappers.
Let them cool slightly so the layers set and don’t collapse.

Delicious Variations to Try

Vegetarian Delight
Swap the meat for sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and bell peppers.

Chicken Alfredo
Use Alfredo sauce instead of marinara and shredded rotisserie chicken.

Pizza Cups
Add pepperoni, olives, and bell peppers for a kid-friendly twist.

Pesto Lovers
Mix 1 teaspoon basil pesto into the ricotta for bright, herbaceous flavor.

Perfect Pairings

A crisp green salad with lemon vinaigrette
Garlic bread or air-fried zucchini sticks
Great for kids—everyone can customize their own cup!

Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 3–4 minutes for maximum crispiness.
Avoid microwaving—they soften quickly.

These Air Fryer Lasagna Cups deliver classic Italian comfort in a fun, modern, bite-sized format. Quick, customizable, and family-friendly—they’re perfect for busy nights when you want big flavor with minimal effort.