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Easy Air Fryer Bratwurst Recipe – Lydia's German Brats

These easy air fryer brats are such a splendid German treat, made quickly and conveniently. Served alongside homemade sauerkraut and traditional mustards, you'll be craving seconds, and maybe even thirds. 

Ingredients:

• 1 package of 4 bratwurst sausages
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 360°F on air fry mode.
2. Prepare air fryer tray by spraying lightly with cooking oil/spray.
3. Lay brats in a single layer on tray.
4. Lay another air fryer tray on the very bottom of the fryer to catch any excess juices or fat during the cooking process.
5. Keeping space between them, air fry the bratwurst for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through at 6 minutes.
6. Remove from fryer, serve with sauerkraut, mustard, and enjoy!

Notes/Hints:

• Johnsonville brats are good quality and the most common brand of bratwurst sausage you can find and your local grocery store probably has it too!
• If your brats are frozen, thaw them before air frying.
• Use a meat thermometer to see if the internal temperature of the brats has made it to at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
• I use an olive oil cooking spray to spray my tray before use to keep the brats from sticking.
• By placing a tray on the bottom of your air fryer before cooking you can catch the fatty juices that drip out. Sausage tends to have a high fat content, so laying that tray makes sure that your air fryer stays a clean air fryer!

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Updated on October 7, 2025