Baby Air Fryer Blooming Onions

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Prepare the Onions:
- Cut the top off each onion and peel off the outer layer.
- Cut the onion into quarters, stopping about 1/2 inch from the root end so the onion stays together.
- Continue cutting each section in half until you have 8-12 sections (depending on the size of the onion).

Prepare the Breading Stations:
- Station 1: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Station 2: In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the milk until well combined.
- Station 3: In a third shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs.
Bread the Onions:
- Dip each onion into the flour mixture, ensuring all sections are well coated. Shake off any excess.
- Dip the floured onion into the egg mixture, making sure it gets into all the layers.
- Finally, coat the onion with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the onion layers.
Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.

Air Fry the Onions: Place the breaded onions in the air fryer basket, cut side up. Spray generously with cooking spray. Air fry for 10-15 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and crispy. Check halfway through and spray with more cooking spray if needed.
Prepare the Dipping Sauce: While the onions are cooking, combine all the dipping sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Serve: Remove the blooming onions from the air fryer and let cool slightly. Serve warm with the dipping sauce.

Make sure to spray the onions generously with cooking spray to ensure they get crispy in the air fryer.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.

Enjoy your Baby Air Fryer Blooming Onions! These mini appetizers are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.