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But with so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one.
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That’s why we did the legwork for you.
Our top picks cook food evenly, are easy to clean, and simply designed and user-friendly.
How Do Air Fryers Work?
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The food goes into the air-fryer basket or on the tray that is placed inside the appliance.
Plus, it doesn’t take long to preheat or cook food in an air fryer.
Using more than that can cause smoking," Taub-Dix says.
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Trans fats are known to raise harmful LDL cholesterol and increase your risk of heart disease.
What to know:We noticed some temperature variability when using separate baskets.
When choosing whether or not to add another appliance to your kitchen, versatility is key.
The Ninja also has handy reheat and dehydrate presets, along with air-fry, bake and roast functions.
What to know:The touch controls are very sensitive, so its easy to change your options accidentally.
The crisper tray and basket are also non-stick for easy cleanup.
The GoWise has many features we see on higher-end models at a wallet-friendly price.
The manual is very clear and the dials and controls are easy to read.
We also successfully melted cheese on toast and baked a batch of nine cookies.
In fact, the touchscreen display is intuitive and easy to use.
In a home setting, it operates a little on the louder side.
We’ve successfully prepared cinnamon buns, sweet potatoes and salmon in this air fryer.
And it’s been a go-to for reheating leftover chicken thighs and pizza slices.
Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer
What we like:Great easy-to-clean option for beginners or small households.
What to know:No-frillsit’s missing a built-in preheat cycle and smart capabilities.
Both the crisper plate and tray are nonstick and dishwasher-safe.
This petite option lets you control time and temperature using two dials.
The handle is coated with rubber to add insulation and provide a good grip.
The best air fryers have clear, intuitive controls that make it easy to set the time and temperature.
you might alsouse aluminum foilin your air fryer to speed up the cleanup.
After all, air fryers are all about convenience, so anything that saves time is a win.
The more functions an air fryer has, the more valuable it will add to your kitchen.
We found it a good size for households of about four people.
Air fryers boast a large fan, which circulates heat, and cooks your food from the top down.
Is air frying healthy?
Is there anything you could’t cook in an air fryer?
“Wet batters and very moist coatings will make a mess in your air fryer,” Taub-Dix says.
So skip air-frying custards, souffles, cake and bread.
to update our most current list of recommended air fryers.
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