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Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls

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These Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls are the perfect easy weeknight dinner! Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re ready in under 30 minutes.

If you love Air Fryer Lasagna Cups then you will love these lasagna rolls. They are full of flavorful sausage, and cheesy goodness and even the kids will love them! 

Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls on a plate, garnished with parmesan and parsley.
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One of the best things about these lasagna rolls is that they are filled with cottage cheese. Cottage cheese is full of nutrients such as calcium and protein, which makes it a great option for a healthy meal, plus it’s super creamy! 

Why I Love This Recipe

If you’re looking for an easy dinner idea, these Lasagna Rolls are the perfect dish! Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes – they can be thrown together on weeknights without any hassle. 

  • Ready in 30 minutes
  • Easy to make
  • Perfect for picky eaters
  • Fills the house with a delicious aroma

If you love lasagna but hate all the work it takes, then this Easy Lasagna Casserole recipe is for you. It has all the comforting flavors without all the work. You should also try this One Pot Lasagna Soup.

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Ingredients

Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls ingredients.

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this easy recipe. All of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store, or you may already have them on hand in your pantry, which can save you a trip to the store. 

  • Italian sausage – I like to use ground, but you can use links that have been removed from the casings. 
  • oven-ready lasagna noodles – Make sure that you use oven-ready lasagna noodles for this recipe. 

Substitutions

Protein – Instead of using sausage you can also use ground beef or ground turkey sausage to make this easy recipe. 

Ricotta Cheese – If you are not a fan of cottage cheese, you can use ricotta cheese instead. 

Variations / Options / Add-Ins

Vegetables: If you want to add some vegetables to this recipe, you can mix in a cup of frozen spinach that has been thawed and squeezed of the excess water. 

Mushrooms: You could also add a layer of mushrooms or onions between the meat sauce and noodles. 

Spicy: To make this recipe spicy, you could add a little bit of crushed red pepper flakes to the meat sauce or top each individual serving with some chili flakes. 

Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools

You only need a few kitchen tools to make this recipe. You should already have these tools on hand in your kitchen. 

large skillet – I prefer to use a nonstick heavy-bottomed skillet for this recipe.

air fryer – You can use any type of air fryer you have on hand, I use an 8-quart air fryer for this recipe.  

How to Make Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls

Making these lasagna rolls is so simple. Just follow the instructions below and you will have a delicious family-friendly meal in no time at all.

Step 1: Brown the sausage

Bring a skillet to medium-high heat. Brown the sausage meat. If in a casing, remove the casing. Add salt and pepper.

Sausage meat being cooked in a skillet.

Step 2: Add in marinara and cottage cheese

Once nearly cooked, add 1 cup of marinara and mix. Remove from heat and add the cottage cheese. Stir it in.

Marinara and cottage cheese are added to the sausage meat.

Step 3: Add sauce to your baking sheet

Coat the bottom of your baking sheet with a light layer of marinara sauce.

Step 4: Fill the noodles with meat mixture and then roll

Lay noodles flat and add 2 tablespoons of meat. Roll the noodle until closed. Place rolled cannelloni on the baking sheet. Whisk the egg and brush the cannelloni with the egg wash.

Noodle with meat mixture on a chopping board.

Step 5: Air fryer the rolls

Add the baking sheet to the air fryer and cook at 350°F for 5 minutes. Remove and add some sauce and mozzarella cheese to the top of the cannelloni. Return to air fryer and cook at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

lasagna roll in a Baking pan that's in the Air Fryer.

Step 6: Garnish and serve

Let cool and serve with parmesan. 

Serving Suggestions

I love to serve these with a side salad or a vegetable like these Air Fryer Keto Brussels Sprouts or with delicious bread like this Instant Pot French Bread recipe.

Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls on a plate, garnished with parmesan and parsley.

Pro Tips

Here are a few tips to make sure that your lasagna rolls turn out perfectly every time you make them. 

  • Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer you have. I would start with the lower end of the cooking time and then add more time as needed. 
  • Do not overcook or the lasagna rolls will be dry. 
  • If you want to make these ahead of time, you can assemble them and then store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking. 
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, basil, and parmesan cheese. 
  • For additional flavor, you can add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and onion powder to your cottage cheese or ricotta cheese. 
  • I used a loaf pan to make this, but you can use any oven-safe pan that fits in your air fryer basket. 
  • Make sure that you soak and then drain your lasagna noodles before you use them. If you are using regular noodles you will need to boil them first. 

FAQs

Do you have questions about this air fryer lasagna roll-ups recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe. 

How to store

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. 

How to reheat

Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. You could also reheat these in the microwave. 

Can you freeze

Yes, you can freeze them. I would recommend freezing them before cooking. Assemble as directed and then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for up to three months. 

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Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls

Corinne Schmitt
These Air Fryer Lasagna Rolls are simple to make, and filled with creamy cheese. They are great for a busy weeknight.
5 from 15 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Lasagna Rolls
Calories 301 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage links, or unpacked ground
  • teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 10 pre-soaked oven-ready lasagna noodles
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Bring a skillet to medium-high heat. Brown the sausage meat. If in a casing, remove the casing. Add salt and pepper.
  • Once nearly cooked, add 1 cup of marinara and mix. Remove from heat and add the cottage cheese. Stir it in.
  • Coat the bottom of your baking sheet with a light layer of marinara sauce.
  • Lay noodles flat and add 2 tablespoons of meat. Roll the noodle until closed. Place rolled cannelloni on the baking sheet. Whisk the egg and brush the cannelloni with the egg wash.
  • Add the baking sheet to the air fryer and cook at 350°F for 5 minutes. Remove and add some sauce and mozzarella cheese to the top of the cannelloni. Return to air fryer and cook at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Let cool and serve with parmesan.

Notes

  • Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer you have. I would start with the lower end of the cooking time and then add more time as needed. 
  • Do not overcook or the lasagna rolls will be dry. 
  • If you want to make these ahead of time, you can assemble them and then store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking. 
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, basil, and parmesan cheese. 
  • For additional flavor, you can add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and onion powder to your cottage cheese or ricotta cheese. 
  • I used a loaf pan to make this, but you can use any oven-safe pan that fits in your air fryer basket. 
  • Make sure that you soak and then drain your lasagna noodles before you use them. If you are using regular noodles you will need to boil them first. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Lasagna RollCalories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 16gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 824mgPotassium: 333mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 356IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1mg
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