20-Minute Crispy Toasted Four-Cheese Ravioli Bites

Prep: 5 minCook: 13 min8 servingsmediumItalian-American
Crispy Toasted Four-Cheese Ravioli Bites

Frozen ravioli coated in a seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan crust, then baked until puffed and golden. Quick appetizer or side dish served with marinara and ranch for dipping. Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal prep.

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 25 ounce frozen four-cheese ravioli
    spinach ravioli1:1fillingdairy-free

    changes profile

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
    panko breadcrumbs1:1texture

    creates crispier coating

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  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    Pecorino Romano1:1dairydairy-free

    sharper flavor

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  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    dried oregano + dried basil + garlic powder1:1herb

    similar flavor profile

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  • 2 egg
    aquafaba (3 tbsp per egg)3:1binding

    2

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  • marinara sauce(optional)
  • ranch dressing(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

  2. 2

    Combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a shallow bowl or tray.

  3. 3

    Dip frozen ravioli in beaten egg, then toss in breadcrumb mixture.

  4. 4

    Arrange coated ravioli close together on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Bake until puffed up and crispy, 10-15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve with marinara sauce and ranch dressing for dipping.

Tips

Tip 1

Arrange ravioli close together on the baking sheet to prevent them from moving during baking.

Tip 2

Watch carefully during the last few minutes to avoid over-browning the coating.

Good to Know

Storage

Unbaked breaded ravioli can be frozen for up to 1 month on the baking sheet before baking.

Make Ahead

Coat ravioli with breadcrumb mixture and refrigerate up to 4 hours before baking.

Serve With

Serve immediately while hot and crispy with marinara and ranch dipping sauces.

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Common Mistakes

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Use frozen ravioli directly from freezer to avoid them becoming soggy before baking.

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Do not overlap ravioli on the baking sheet to allow even crisping on all sides.

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

Parmesan cheese
Pecorino Romano1:1dairydairy-free

sharper flavor

Full guide →
four-cheese ravioli
spinach ravioli1:1fillingdairy-free

changes profile

General Alternatives

Italian seasoning
dried oregano + dried basil + garlic powder1:1herb

similar flavor profile

Full guide →
breadcrumbs
panko breadcrumbs1:1texture

creates crispier coating

Full guide →
egg
aquafaba (3 tbsp per egg)3:1binding

2

Full guide →
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