Air Fryer Brats: Crispy Perfection in Minutes!
Get perfectly crispy air fryer brats in minutes using your air fryer basket and tongs for easy turning.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 300 kcal
- 5 3.8-oz Bratwurst
- Air fryer basket
- Optional: Serving buns and toppings
- Olive oil spray (optional, for extra crisp)
- Tongs for turning
- Instant-read thermometer
Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3-5 minutes.
Lightly spray brats with olive oil, if desired. Arrange brats in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through using tongs.
Check internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer, ensuring it reaches at least 160°F (71°C).
Carefully remove cooked brats from the air fryer basket using tongs.
Serve immediately on buns with desired toppings.
- Always preheat your air fryer for optimal crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Flip halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm safe internal temperature.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.