Avocado Fritters is a fun way to enjoy this superfood in a new and exciting form. With just three simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of crispy and delicious avocado fritters that everyone will love.
My favorite part is I can even use these fritters as a substitute for bread buns, creating a unique and healthy twist on some of my favorite sandwich recipes!
Ingredients
- 1 Avocado
- 1 Egg Large
- 1 cup Shredded cheese of choice. I used a ½ Mozzarella and ½ cheddar
- 1 teaspoon Seasoning of choice. I used Everything Bagel seasoning. If you don’t have this seasoning on hand – a small pinch of salt, pepper, garlic powder, or paprika works well. Please feel free to experiment with different spices, herbs, and blends to customize the flavor profile to your taste preferences.
Instructions
- Cut the ripe avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh into a bowl and mash it until smooth. This will be the base of your fritters, so make sure there are no large chunks in the mix.
- Mix in the Cheese, Egg, and Seasoning. Add the shredded cheese and your chosen seasoning to the mashed avocado. Mix well to ensure that the cheese and seasoning are evenly distributed throughout the avocado mixture. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Add the beaten egg to the avocado mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
- Form the Fritters. Divide the mixture into 8 even parts. Using a spoon, scoop up one part of the mixture and place it on the parchment-lined basket (or tray) of your air fryer. Shape it into a patty that’s about 3-4 inches in diameter. For maximum crunch, use a spoon or fork to press the patty as thin as possible, to about ¼ inch thickness.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (195°C) for 3 minutes. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through using a thin silicone spatula, until the fritters are golden brown and crispy on both sides and edges.
- Bake in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Flatten each fritter slightly with a fork. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Transform Avocado Fritters into Avocado Bread
My favorite part about these avocado fritters is that I can transform them into avocado bread. No need to change the recipe. Just make the avocado fritters as per the recipe above and use them as a low-carb avocado bread bun substitute that goes well with burgers and sandwiches. The convenience of having a healthier alternative to traditional bread is one of the many reasons why I’m hooked on this creation.