Air Fryer Italian Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Cannelloni

Name: Air Fryer Italian Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Cannelloni
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 gluten-free cannelloni or large gluten-free pasta tubes; 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk or part-skim); 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups gluten-free marinara sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing); Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

By AirFryFeast Editorial TeamPublished Apr 24, 2026 | Updated Jun 17, 2026

Enjoy a comforting and crispy Italian with this easy Air Fryer Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Cannelloni recipe. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, these golden baked pasta tubes are filled with creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese—cooked conveniently in your air fryer in under 30 minutes!

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Air fryerItalianEasyAir Fryer Friendly

Prep Time12 mins

Cook Time18 mins

Total Time30 mins

Servings4

Temperature360°F / 180°C

Ingredients

Servings4

8 gluten-free cannelloni or large gluten-free pasta tubes
1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk or part-skim)
2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups gluten-free marinara sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Carefully stuff each gluten-free cannelloni tube with the ricotta-spinach mixture using a small spoon or piping bag, being careful not to overfill.
Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a shallow, air fryer-safe baking dish or tray that fits your air fryer basket.
Arrange the stuffed cannelloni in a single layer in the baking dish.
Spoon the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the cannelloni tubes to keep them moist during cooking.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly on top to create a golden, melted crust.
Lightly brush exposed surfaces with olive oil to promote crisping and browning.
Place the baking dish in the air fryer basket and cook at 360°F (180°C) for 15-18 minutes or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and edges are golden and slightly crispy.
Carefully remove the baking dish and let the cannelloni rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve immediately for a warm, comforting Italian main course.