Say goodbye to soggy, microwaved taquitos and hello to golden, crispy perfection - straight from your air fryer! Whether you're throwing together a quick snack, feeding a crew on Taco Tuesday, or need something fast and melty after a long day, my Frozen Taquitos in Air Fryer method is the easy way to get that hot, cheesy, Mexican food fix without the mess, the wait, or the extra oil.
Place frozen Taquitos into preheated Air Fryer in a single layer as to not crowd to tightly or stack on each other. All room for air to circulate
Air fry frozen taquitos for 9-11 minutes or until crispy golden on the outside
Reheat Taquitos
Place previously cooked taquitos into Air Fryer at 350F degrees
Air Fryer for 2-3 minutes or until hot.
Notes
*Recipe was tested with Cosori TurboBlaze Air Fryer
Air Fryer Tips
Every Air Fryer heats a little differently. Time should be adjusted for your air fryer as needed
Do not crowd or overload Air Fryer. Ingredients should be placed in a single layer allowing air to flow freely throughout basket.
Flip items over half way through baking time. This insures perfect air frying!
Storage & Make Ahead
Store: Let leftover taquitos cool completely before storing. Keep them in an airtight container or a ZipLoc bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: If you’ve cooked a large batch, freeze any extras in a freezer-safe container. Place parchment paper between layers to keep them from sticking together.
Reheat: Pop them back into the air fryer at 350°F for 2 to 3 minutes to bring back the crisp. Avoid the microwave unless you’re okay with softer taquitos.
Make Ahead: These are best cooked straight from frozen, but you can air fry a big batch earlier in the day and reheat just before serving. Great for parties, game nights, or feeding a hungry crew fast.