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    Home » Food and Drink » Appetizers & Sides

    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    Published: Jul 22, 2019 · Modified: Oct 5, 2022 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles are amazingly quick and easy. They are perfectly crisp, using less than 10 completely dairy-free and egg-free ingredients!

    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles are amazingly quick and easy. They are perfectly crisp using less than 10 completely dairy-free and egg-free ingredients

    If you like crispy deep-fried pickles, you'll love this air fried version even more! Get the same crunch using plant-based ingredients and almost no oil.

    Vegan air fryer fried pickles are crazy simple to make and the cleanup takes just minutes.

    These fried pickles are perfect for parties or game day snacking... I may or may not have made a batch to accompany lunch the other day though!

    All about my new air fryer

    Up until this year, I had the Mealthy CrispLid attachment. It transforms any pressure cooker into an air fryer. You simply place the lid on top, plug it in, then air fry, broil, or crisp!

    I absolutely loved it but realized I needed some more space to cook up larger meals or bigger batches of appetizers.

    For Christmas, we got the new Cuisinart Air Frying Toaster Oven! I absolutely adore it. I've never had a toaster oven, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but it's fabulous!

    How to Make Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    How to make Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    Make these fried pickles using slices or spears. I prefer the round pickle chips because they're easier to coat and that's what I grew up eating.

    They require 9 simple ingredients and are ready from start to finish in less than 30 minutes.

    To get started, pat your pickles dry and prepare vegan buttermilk by whisking together dairy-free milk with lemon juice.

    The pickles are first coated in flour, then dipped into the "buttermilk" and then coated with our seasoned bread crumb mixture.

    Transfer the coated pickles to the fryer basket in a single layer and mist with cooking spray.

    Cook for 5 minutes at 400°F, flip pickles, then cook for another 5 minutes. You'll see them get crispy and golden, that's when you know they're done.

    Want more easy vegan appetizers?

    • Vegan Jalapeño Poppers
    • Easy Bruschetta Recipe
    • Vegan Yogurt Tzatziki
    • Spicy Roasted Jalapeño Hummus
    • Vegan Mini Sweet Pepper Nachos
    • 4-Ingredient Buffalo Dip
    • Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
    • Individual Tomato Basil Tarts

    I hope you enjoy these air fried pickles as much as we do. Enjoy them with my vegan ranch dressing!

    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles are amazingly quick and easy. They are perfectly crisp using less than 10 completely dairy-free and egg-free ingredients

    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles

    Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles are amazingly quick and easy. They are perfectly crisp using less than 10 completely dairy-free and egg-free ingredients!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 (16 ounce) jar sliced pickles
    • ½ cup plain vegan milk
    • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
    • ½ cup cornmeal
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
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    Instructions
     

    • Lay out pickles on paper towels and pat to dry, then set aside.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together plant-based milk and lemon juice to make a vegan buttermilk. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
    • Create a dredging station with three shallow bowls: One bowl with all-purpose flour, another with the vegan buttermilk, and the final with the panko bread crumbs, cornmeal, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder whisked together.
    • Working in batches, dip each pickle first into the flour, then into the vegan buttermilk, then finally into the seasoned bread crumb mixture. 
    • Transfer to fryer basket in a single layer and mist with cooking spray.
    • Set to 400°F and cook for 5 minutes. Flip pickles using tongs and cook for another 5 minutes, until coating is crispy and golden.
    • Enjoy served with vegan ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce!
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    1. Sandi

      September 26, 2019 at 1:12 am

      My kids are pickle fanatics...I love you made this in an air fryer.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        September 26, 2019 at 10:50 am

        Heck yes 🙂 I hope y'all love em!

        Reply
        • Alisha Marie

          December 29, 2020 at 6:48 pm

          Can you use whole pickles and just slice them?

          Reply
          • Jenna | The Urben Life

            December 29, 2020 at 7:53 pm

            Yes! I’ve done whole pickles, sliced, and chips. Enjoy 🙂

    2. Noelle

      August 12, 2019 at 11:42 pm

      5 stars
      My new favorite air fryer recipe!! Delicious

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 13, 2019 at 12:22 pm

        Woo!!! So happy to hear that 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Amanda Rosson

      August 09, 2019 at 12:21 am

      Honestly, I'm not a huge fan of pickles but these look so good, I really want to give this recipe a shot!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 09, 2019 at 7:36 am

        Let me know what you think 🙂

        Reply
    4. Stephanie

      August 05, 2019 at 7:42 pm

      wow! I need to make these they look incredible!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 06, 2019 at 6:19 pm

        Yes!! Let me know what you think 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Paige @An Uncomplicated Life Blog

      July 27, 2019 at 10:57 am

      Mmmm, I love a good fried pickle! These look like a much healthier take on the classic dish.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 06, 2019 at 6:19 pm

        For sure 🙂 I hope you give them a try!

        Reply
    6. Noelle

      July 27, 2019 at 12:12 am

      5 stars
      What a great recipe, I love that you use an air fryer! Thank you

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 06, 2019 at 6:00 pm

        Absolutely 🙂 Thanks for your sweet comment!

        Reply
    7. Jennifer Morrison

      July 25, 2019 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      These pickles look delicious!!! Our family loves fried pickles, and I love that these are in an air fryer! I can't wait to try this recipe.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 06, 2019 at 6:01 pm

        Thanks so much, Jennifer 🙂 Enjoy!!

        Reply
    8. Nia De la torre

      July 25, 2019 at 3:55 pm

      You've outdone yourself on this one, I'm in LOVE with this recipe (:!!!!!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        August 06, 2019 at 6:03 pm

        Thank you so much! I'm thrilled to hear that 🙂

        Reply
    9. Renee | The Good Hearted Woman

      July 25, 2019 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      My mom gave us an air fryer for Christmas last year, but I haven't done much with it yet. Maybe I should give these a try!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 25, 2019 at 9:06 am

        You won't regret it 🙂

        Reply
    10. Sarah Althouse

      July 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

      I keep seeing how amazing air fryers are and I might just need one eventually!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 24, 2019 at 9:44 am

        I love this one because it's a small attachment that fits on any 6 or 8 quart electric pressure cooker! Not another large appliance.

        Reply
    11. Emily

      July 24, 2019 at 7:29 am

      Fried pickles are my favorite! I've never tried making them in my air fryer, though. These look amazing! I'm definitely going to try making them in the air fryer next time.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 24, 2019 at 9:44 am

        Mine too 🙂 Enjoy!!

        Reply
    12. Ann

      July 24, 2019 at 1:34 am

      Wow I’ve never even heard of these until today. Pretty cool!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 24, 2019 at 9:44 am

        YEAH!! I hope you try em out 🙂

        Reply
    13. Rachel

      July 23, 2019 at 9:06 pm

      I think I am adding air fryer to my Christmas list. I just can't seem to stop finding recipes that I want.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 24, 2019 at 9:45 am

        Heck yes!! I'm already in love with my CrispLid!

        Reply
    14. April

      July 23, 2019 at 3:03 pm

      Oh now I must tell my sister about this!! She chose to get an Insta pot instead but maybe we can find something that would go with the one we have since it's a different brand, I'll have to check on that cause she wanted an air fryer too but we have no room already ? The fried pickles would be a hit in our house that's for sure!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 23, 2019 at 5:32 pm

        April!! The CrispLid works on any 6 or 8 quart 🙂 So she can totally use this attachment with her Instant Pot!

        Reply
    15. Gina Abernathy

      July 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

      THESE LOOK SO GOOD! I HAVE NEVER TRIED FRIED PICKLES IN MY AIR FRYER! SAVED RECIPE FOR LATER!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 23, 2019 at 5:30 pm

        OMG!!! You gotta try these ASAP 🙂

        Reply
    16. Bella

      July 23, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      Yumm these look so tasty!!!! I gotta try making them one day.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 23, 2019 at 5:30 pm

        Thanks, Bella 🙂 Enjoy!!

        Reply
    17. Meredith

      July 23, 2019 at 2:20 pm

      Yasss! I am fried pickle obsessed!!! This sounds like a healthier version than the usual too!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 23, 2019 at 5:29 pm

        So good 🙂 Oh for sure! I hope you give these a try!

        Reply
    18. Jules Shepard

      July 23, 2019 at 2:17 pm

      Just when you think pickles can't get any better! LOVE!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 23, 2019 at 5:29 pm

        Woo, thanks so much!

        Reply

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