Air fryers are amazing kitchen appliances that can make your favorite fried foods with much less oil and mess. But did you know that air fryers can also cook a variety of other dishes that you might not expect? Here are some of the things you never knew you could air fry, and some tips on how to make them.
Eggs
Yes, you can make whole eggs in an air fryer! Whether you want them soft-boiled, hard-boiled or deviled, you can cook them in your air fryer without any water. Just preheat the air fryer and place the eggs in the basket. Cook them for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on how you like them. Then peel and enjoy, or make them into deviled eggs with your favorite filling.
Dinner Rolls
If you need some fluffy and buttery bread to go with your meal, you can make dinner rolls in your air fryer in minutes. Just use some store-bought dough or make your own, and shape it into balls. Place them in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them. Cook them for about 15 minutes, or until golden and risen. Brush them with some melted butter and serve hot.
Cake
Did you know you can bake a cake in your air fryer? It’s true! You can use a cake mix or your own recipe, and pour the batter into a cake pan that fits in your air fryer basket. Cook it for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool slightly before removing from the pan, and frost it as you like. You can also make muffins, brownies and cupcakes in your air fryer.
Donuts
If you’re craving some sweet and crispy donuts, you can make them in your air fryer with yeast-risen dough. Cut out some circles from the dough or butter milk biscuits. Then place them in the air fryer basket, and cook them for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Glaze them with your favorite topping, such as chocolate, powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a delicious and colorful dish that you can easily make in your air fryer. Just cut off the tops of some bell peppers, and scoop out the seeds and membranes. Fill them with your favorite stuffing, such as rice, cheese, meat or veggies. Place them in the air fryer basket, and cook them for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is hot.
These are just some of the things you never knew you could air fry. There are many more possibilities, such as fish, egg rolls, funnel cakes and more. You can find more recipes online or experiment with your own ideas. Air fryers are not only great for making fried foods healthier, but also for making other dishes faster and easier.