Air Fryer Blooming Onion with Cider Cheese Sauce
Crispy blooming onion made in the air fryer with a creamy cider cheese sauce.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the blooming onion:
- 3 large onions
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Olive oil
For the cheese sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/8 cup apple cider
- 1 1/2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 3 teaspoons mustard
Instructions
- Cut onions into petals without cutting through the root.
- Whisk milk and egg.
- Mix flour with spices.
- Dip onions in milk mixture, then coat with flour mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Drizzle onions with oil and cook for 10 minutes, turning halfway.
- Melt butter, add flour, and cook briefly.
- Add milk and cook until thickened.
- Stir in cider and cheeses until smooth.
- Serve onions with sauce.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
Cut onions carefully to keep the base intact.Coat evenly for best crisp result.
Serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Variations
Use different cheese blends.Add paprika for extra flavor.
Serve with spicy dip.
Wine Advice
This dish pairs well with a fresh Witte wijn or a light Rose.These wines balance the richness of the cheese sauce.
Nutrition values
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 28 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 28 g | Saturated Fat: 14 g | Sodium: 620 mg | Sugar: 6 g