Air Fryer Everything Bagel Avocado Fries Recipe
Crispy, flavorful avocado fries coated in everything bagel seasoning and panko breadcrumbs, air-fried to perfection. Served with a creamy drizzle of melted cream cheese and fresh lime wedges, this snack is a delicious twist on traditional fries, perfect for a healthy appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Coating Mixture
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- 2 tablespoons black and/or white sesame seeds
Main Ingredient
- 2 large, just ripe avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced ½ inch thick
Additional
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon (or more) water
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the coating. Pour the flour into a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well blended. In a third shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, everything bagel seasoning, and sesame seeds. This setup ensures an even and thorough breading process.
- Coat the avocado slices. Dip each avocado slice first into the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs well. Place the coated slices on a plate to prepare for cooking.
- Air fry the avocado fries. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil cooking spray. Arrange the avocado slices in a single layer with about a 1/4 inch space between each piece. Spray the avocado fries lightly with cooking spray. Cook in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying again. Ensure they turn golden and crisp. Clean any excess breading from the basket between batches to avoid burning.
- Prepare the cream cheese drizzle. In a small heatproof bowl, microwave the cream cheese on high for about 30 seconds until melted and smooth. Stir in 1 tablespoon of water, adding more if needed, to achieve a drizzleable consistency perfect for topping the fries.
- Serve. Drizzle the melted cream cheese over the hot avocado fries. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for a burst of tangy flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to ensure they hold their shape while frying.
- Adjust the amount of water in the cream cheese drizzle to get the desired consistency.
- Everything bagel seasoning can usually be found in the spice aisle or made at home with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, onion, and salt.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese with a vegan alternative or a cashew-based sauce.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture; leftovers can become soggy.
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