The oven is busy with the turkey, so let the air fryer handle the appetizers. These Trader Joe’s favorites crisp up fast and free up your stove on the busiest cooking day of the year. Mix a few cheesy, savory, and bready options for a spread everyone will graze on until dinner.

1. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Burrata Focaccia

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This looks fancy but takes almost no work. Toast the focaccia at 400°F for 3 to 6 minutes, then top it with burrata, arugula, and tomatoes. It’s the elegant starter for your holiday table.

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2. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Bread Cheese

Crispy outside, warm and melty inside. Bread cheese cooks in about 6 to 8 minutes and pairs perfectly with a drizzle of honey or a spoonful of fig jam.

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3. Air Fryer Crispy Spinach & Ricotta Fried Tortellini

Crunchy, cheesy tortellini are made for dipping in warm marinara. They work as an appetizer, a snack, or a light supper the night before the big meal.

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4. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Cilantro Wontons

Air Fryer Trader Joe's Cilantro Wontons

Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons air fry at 375°F in 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with sweet chili sauce and watch them vanish before the turkey is carved.

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5. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Honey Walnut Shrimp

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Sweet, crunchy, and a little indulgent. Serve these on a platter with toothpicks for a holiday appetizer that feels special.

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6. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Frozen Pretzels

Applebee's Brew Pub Pretzels and beer cheese dip served on a wooden board

Soft and chewy inside, golden outside, and ready in about 5 minutes at 400°F. Set out mustard and cheese dip for an easy grazing board.

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7. Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites

Creamy mac and cheese in a crispy panko coating. These are a guaranteed hit with both kids and adults at holiday parties.

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8. Trader Joe’s Coconut Shrimp Air Fryer

Captain D’s Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Golden, crunchy coconut shrimp bring a little sweetness to the spread. Serve with sweet chili sauce or mango salsa for dipping.

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9. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Frozen Naan Bread

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Naan takes just 3 to 4 minutes at 400°F. Brush with garlic butter, cut into wedges, and serve with hummus or spinach dip.

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10. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Cornbread

Make Trader Joe’s cornbread mix in the air fryer and cut it into bite-size squares. Top with a little honey butter for a cozy fall appetizer.

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With these Trader Joe’s appetizers, your oven stays free for the turkey and your guests stay happy until dinner. Save this pin for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, and every holiday party this season.