Air Fryer Brat Bites
These air fryer brat bites turn raw bratwurst into crispy, juicy finger food in minutes. Bite-size pieces cook evenly at high heat with no added oil, making them perfect for platters, parties, and game day. Finish plain or toss with your favorite sauce right after cooking.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- parchment paper
- Sharp knife
- Serving plate
Ingredients
- 4 links bratwurst sausages, uncooked cut into 1-inch pieces at a slight angle
- parchment paper optional, for easy cleanup
Instructions
- Cut each bratwurst into 1-inch pieces at slight angles to increase surface area.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 2 minutes.
- Line the basket with parchment paper if using.
- Arrange brat pieces in a single layer without crowding.
- Air fry at 390°F for 8 minutes.
- Shake the basket at the 4-minute mark to promote even browning.
- Check at 6 minutes for caramelized edges; continue cooking if needed.
- Cook until edges are deeply browned and casings are crisp, then remove.
- Transfer immediately to a serving plate and serve plain or with sauces.
Notes
- For best texture, cook at 390°F; if your air fryer runs hot, start at 380°F and adjust in 10°F increments.
- Always cook in a single layer—crowding steams the bites and prevents crisping; work in batches if needed.
- No oil is necessary; brats have enough fat to crisp on their own.
- Shake halfway through and check at 6 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Toss with BBQ sauce or serve with honey mustard after cooking to prevent burning.
- Storage: Refrigerate 3–4 days; reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes.