Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings
Temperature
380°F
195°C
Time
10 min
10 dumplings
Safe internal
165°F
74°C
Dumplings and potstickers come out with crisp little bottoms and tender tops, and without me standing over a skillet jiggling them about. A quick spray of oil and they blister up a treat.
How to air fry frozen dumplings
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
- Add the frozen dumplings to the basket. Keep them in a single layer.
- Cook for about 10 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Pro tip
Toss with sesame oil before cooking.
How to tell when it's done
Done is when the wrappers are crisp at the edges and the filling's piping hot - 165°F (74°C) for the meat ones. I never crowd them, or the skins stick together in a clump.
Safe internal temperature
Cook to 165°F (74°C) at the thickest point. An instant-read thermometer is the only reliable way to confirm it.
Converting from an oven recipe
If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, lower the temperature by about 25°F (15°C) and reduce the time by roughly 20% to land near 380°F for 10 minutes. Need a different starting point? Use the conversion calculator.
Air fryer frozen dumplings: FAQ
How long does it take to air fry frozen dumplings?
Air fry frozen dumplings at 380°F (195°C) for about 10 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through. That's for 10 dumplings in a single layer; adjust slightly for a fuller basket or a different model.
What temperature do you air fry frozen dumplings at?
Set the air fryer to 380°F (195°C). If you're converting an oven recipe, that's roughly 25°F (15°C) below the oven temperature, with the time cut by about 20%.
Can you cook dumplings from frozen in an air fryer?
Yes - there's no need to thaw. Cook straight from frozen at 380°F (195°C) for about 10 minutes, and confirm the centre reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
What's the safe internal temperature for dumplings?
Cook dumplings to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), measured at the thickest point with an instant-read thermometer. Cooking time is a guide; internal temperature is what confirms it's safely done.