Meatball buns in the airfryer are a wonderful fusion of two well-known dishes, combining the best of Danish food culture: Danish meatballs and soft, fluffy wheat buns. This dish has both a homely feel and the potential to be a delicious snack for lunch. But it also makes a great lunchbox option for the kids and a treat for a children’s birthday party.

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Why make meatball buns in the airfryer?

When it comes to meatball buns, using an airfryer ensures that they turn crispy on the outside while keeping their juiciness inside. At the same time, the airfryer reduces the need for oil, making it a healthier cooking method.

What kind of dish is a meatball bun?

A meatball bun is, in essence, meatballs baked into lovely, soft wheat buns. This creates a pleasant contrast between the crispy, seasoned meatball and the soft, mild, sweet wheat buns. Meatball buns can be served both warm and cold, which makes them an excellent lunchbox option for kids or an easy snack on the go. Traditionally, meatball buns are made with a simple wheat bun and a classic Danish meatball, but there are many ways to adapt this dish.

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What types of minced meat can you use in meatball buns?

The choice of minced meat in meatball buns can vary according to personal taste and nutritional preferences. The most common choices include:

• Minced pork: The traditional choice for meatballs in Denmark, giving a juicy and flavourful meatball.
• Mixed minced meat (pork and veal): This gives a finer flavour and a slightly lighter texture.
• Minced chicken or turkey: An excellent way to make the meatballs lighter – perfect for those looking for a healthier alternative.
• Plant-based mince: For vegetarians and vegans, there are many plant-based alternatives that imitate both the texture and the flavour of meat.

Suggestion for a healthier version

To make meatball buns healthier, you can consider using wholegrain buns or making the meatballs with vegetable-based ingredients. The wholegrain dough adds extra fibre and nutrients, making the buns more filling and improving their nutritional profile. Vegetable meatballs, which can be made from ingredients such as quinoa, black beans, mushrooms or grated vegetables, offer a flavourful and nutritious alternative to traditional meat meatballs.

Serving suggestion for a children’s birthday party

At a children’s birthday party, meatball buns can be a hit, especially if they are presented in a fun and kid-friendly way. For example, you can make mini meatball buns and serve them with a range of dips such as ketchup, mild salsa or a homemade yoghurt dressing. These little bites are easy for children to handle, and they can even help prepare them as part of the party activities.

Conclusion on meatball buns in the airfryer

Meatball buns in the airfryer offer a modern twist on a classic dish, making it possible to enjoy this traditional food in a healthier and more time-saving way. Perfect for your lunchbox or for a children’s birthday party. With the option to adapt the ingredients, this dish can easily be adjusted to any taste.

Meatball Buns in the Airfryer

Morten Jensen

Meatball buns combine the best of two worlds: juicy, seasoned meatballs wrapped in a soft, fluffy wheat bun. This airfryer recipe lets you enjoy a lovely, homemade snack

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Prep time 20 minutes mins

Cook time 30 minutes mins

Rising time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Shelf life Store covered in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

Can be frozen Can be frozen for up to 3 months; reheat directly in the airfryer without thawing.

Reheating Reheat the meatball buns in the airfryer at 160 °C for 4-6 minutes, until they are warmed through and crisp again.

Course Baking, Buns, Lunch, Snacks

Cuisine Danish

Servings 4 pcs

Calories 598

Cost of the dish

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• 1 Bowl
• 1 Rolling pin
• 1 Parchment paper

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Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

• ▢ 250 g minced pork
   
• ▢ 1 pcs onion
   
• ▢ 1 pcs egg
   
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ ½ tsp black pepper
   
• ▢ ½ tsp allspice
   

For the buns:

• ▢ 250 g wheat flour
   
• ▢ 150 ml lukewarm water
   
• ▢ 20 g yeast
   
• ▢ 1 tsp sugar
   
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 25 ml oil
   

How to make it

Prepare the meatballs:

• Mix the 250 g minced pork, 1 pcs onion, 1 pcs egg, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper and 1/2 tsp allspice together well.
• Form small meatballs and set them aside.

Prepare the buns:

• Dissolve the 20 g yeast in the 150 ml lukewarm water with 1 tsp sugar and let it stand for 5 minutes.
• Add the 250 g wheat flour, 1 tsp salt and 25 ml oil, and knead the dough thoroughly.
• Let the dough rise, covered, for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Assemble the buns:

• Divide the dough into equal pieces (depending on the desired size of the buns).
• Roll out each piece and place a meatball in the centre.
• Fold the dough around the meatball and make sure it is completely sealed.
• Place the buns seam-side down on a piece of baking paper in the airfryer basket.

Baking:

• Preheat the airfryer to 180°C.
• Lightly brush the buns with oil or a beaten egg to give them a golden surface.
• Bake in the airfryer for about 15-20 minutes,

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Our notes for the recipe

• Adjust the amount of spices in the meatballs to taste.
• The buns can be brushed with milk or egg before baking for extra shine.

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Nutrition per serving (Guideline)

Nutrition information

Meatball Buns in the Airfryer

Amount per serving

Calories

598

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

26

g

40

%

Saturated fat

 

7

g

44

%

Trans fat

 

0.03

g

Polyunsaturated fat

 

4

g

Monounsaturated fat

 

13

g

Cholesterol

 

61

mg

20

%

Sodium

 

182

mg

8

%

Potassium

 

356

mg

10

%

Carbohydrates

 

65

g

22

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

0.4

g

0

%

Protein

 

23

g

46

%

Vitamin A

 

8

IU

0

%

Vitamin B1

 

1

mg

67

%

Vitamin B2

 

1

mg

59

%

Vitamin B3

 

9

mg

45

%

Vitamin B5

 

1

mg

10

%

Vitamin B6

 

0.4

mg

20

%

Vitamin B12

 

1

µg

17

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Vitamin D

 

0.003

µg

0

%

Vitamin E

 

1

mg

7

%

Vitamin K

 

6

µg

6

%

Calcium

 

28

mg

3

%

Iron

 

5

mg

28

%

Magnesium

 

37

mg

9

%

Phosphorus

 

250

mg

25

%

Selenium

 

49

µg

70

%

Zinc

 

3

mg

20

%

Folic acid

 

128

µg

Net carbohydrates

 

62

g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Important about shelf life and nutrition

Nutrition per serving (guideline): Calculations are based on data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Shelf life (guideline): Shelf life data is provided, as far as possible, by public institutions, including national food authorities. Our information is therefore only indicative, and it is your responsibility to obtain and calculate accurate information about shelf life and nutrition for all recipes on airfryerkogebogen.dk

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