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Essential accessories for perfect air fryer baking: Your guide to easy and quick recipes

Air fryers can be great for baking, and the right accessories make the process even easier. These make it simple to create quick and delicious recipes.

Published on: Sep 3, 2024, 18:57:01 IST

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Bake easily using the best accessories that will make using an air fryer super easy.

By Neha Ravi Khandelwal

Neha Khandelwal
Content Lead, HT Travel | Travel & Lifestyle Journalist
With over 10 years of content writing experience, Neha Khandelwal is a lifestyle journalist and the Content Lead at HT Travel. She specialises in destinations, hotels, aviation, luggage, travel gear, and practical guides that help readers plan smarter and travel better. Her work combines first-hand experience, expert insights, and extensive research to create stories that are informative, useful, and easy to follow.

Career Journey & Experience
Neha began her writing career as a freelance journalist in 2010 before entering mainstream media with The Times of India in 2022. She later joined Hindustan Times, where she has written extensively across travel, lifestyle, home, and consumer trends. Her professional background extends beyond journalism. Before moving into digital media full-time, she spent nearly a decade in interior design, managing residential projects from concept to execution. She also trained in visual merchandising with Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons and worked with women-led startups across design and operations. These experiences continue to shape her storytelling, especially in how she evaluates hotels, design-led stays, hospitality spaces, and travel experiences.

A naturally curious learner, Neha has completed beginner certifications in pottery, scuba diving, baking, creative writing, and other creative pursuits. She has read more than 2,000 books, trained in Bharatanatyam for 8 years, and ghostwritten a book on Ladakh tourism.

Subject Expertise
Travel is at the heart of Neha's work. She covers destinations, hotels, airlines, luggage, packing strategies, travel accessories, and emerging travel trends through a mix of reporting, product testing, and conversations with industry experts. A frequent traveller herself, she approaches every trip with a journalist's curiosity and a planner's mindset, focusing on experiences that readers can realistically recreate. From choosing the right cabin bag to decoding hotel openings and destination trends, her writing prioritises practical advice over promotional claims. Her background in interior design also gives her a distinct perspective on architecture, hospitality design, boutique hotels, luxury stays, and thoughtfully designed spaces.

Education & Professional Background
Neha holds a Master's degree in Interior Design. Her early experience in interior design, visual merchandising, and design operations gives her a unique understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, adding depth to her coverage of hotels, resorts, and travel spaces.

Editorial Philosophy
"As an avid, research-driven traveller, my goal is simple. To answer the questions you actually have before booking a trip. I cut through the promotional noise with honest reporting and expert insights. Making travel planning seamless, smart, and reliable so you always know where to go next."

Why use an air fryer for baking?

Using an air fryer for baking offers several benefits that make it an attractive option for home cooks. One of the primary advantages is faster cooking times. Air fryers use powerful convection heating to circulate hot air rapidly around the food, which speeds up the baking process. This means that cakes, muffins, and other baked goods can be ready in a fraction of the time it would take in a conventional oven, making it ideal for those with busy schedules.

Here's a table highlighting the benefits and versatility of using an air fryer for baking:

Aspect	Details
Benefits	Faster Cooking Times: Air fryers use rapid convection heating, significantly reducing baking times.
	Healthier Options: Minimal or no added oil is needed, allowing for lower-calorie baked goods.
	Convenience: Quick preheating, compact size, and preset functions make air fryers easy to use.
	Energy Efficient: Air fryers use less energy compared to conventional ovens, making them more eco-friendly.
	Easy Cleanup: Non-stick surfaces and removable parts make cleaning simple and hassle-free.
Versatility	Cakes: Perfect for baking small cakes quickly without the need for a full-sized oven.
	Muffins: Air fryers can handle muffin tins, making it easy to bake a batch of muffins.
	Bread: Create small loaves or rolls, achieving a nice crust and soft interior.
	Cookies: Bake cookies with a crispy outside and chewy centre.
	Pastries: Ideal for baking items like croissants or puff pastries, with a flaky texture.

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Essential air fryer accessories

Silicone Baking Cups

Silicone baking cups are perfect for making muffins and cupcakes. They are flexible, non-stick, and can be used multiple times, making them an eco-friendly choice. These cups make it easy to remove baked goods without sticking or breaking.

How to Use	Who Can Use
Fill the cups with batter.	Anyone who bakes muffins, cupcakes, or single-serving treats.
Place the cups in the air fryer basket.	Great for those who want an eco-friendly, reusable baking option.
Bake as per the recipe.	Suitable for all bakers, from beginners to experts.
Let cool, then remove baked goods from cups.
Wash and reuse the cups.

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Baking Pans

Baking pans designed for air fryers are essential for making cakes, bread, and casseroles. These pans fit perfectly inside the air fryer, ensuring even cooking and great baking results.

How to Use	Who Can Use
Choose a pan that fits your air fryer.	Anyone who enjoys baking cakes, bread, or casseroles.
Pour batter or place ingredients in the pan.	Great for those who prefer using an air fryer over a traditional oven.
Insert the pan into the air fryer.	Ideal for small households or individuals baking smaller portions.
Bake as per the recipe instructions.	Suitable for bakers of all experience levels.
Remove and let the baked item cool.

Top picks for baking pans

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Grill Racks

Grill racks help bake items like cookies, pizzas, and pastries by allowing hot air to circulate evenly. They are useful for baking multiple items at once and achieving crispy textures.

How to Use	Who Can Use
Place the grill rack in the air fryer basket.	Anyone who likes to bake cookies, pizzas, or pastries.
Arrange food items on top of the rack.	Great for those wanting to bake multiple items simultaneously.
Bake at the required temperature and time.	Suitable for both novice and experienced bakers.
Remove the rack and let the items cool.

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Parchment Paper Liners

Parchment paper liners prevent food from sticking to the air fryer basket or tray, making cleanup easy. They are great for baking sticky or delicate items and help reduce the need for extra oil.

How to Use	Who Can Use
Place a liner in the air fryer basket or tray.	Anyone looking for easy cleanup after baking.
Add food on top of the liner.	Perfect for those baking sticky or delicate items like cookies and pastries.
Bake as usual.	Ideal for health-conscious cooks who want to use less oil.
Discard the liner after baking.	Suitable for all air fryer users, especially those seeking convenience.

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Air fryer ovens and accessories: FAQs

An air fryer oven uses a combination of a heating element and a powerful fan to circulate hot air around the food. This rapid air movement cooks food quickly and evenly, creating a crispy texture similar to deep frying but with significantly less oil.

Air fryer ovens are versatile and can cook a wide range of foods, including fries, chicken wings, vegetables, fish, and baked goods. Some models also have settings for roasting, grilling, and dehydrating, allowing for even more cooking options.

Yes, cooking with an air fryer oven is generally healthier than deep frying. It requires less oil—often just a tablespoon or less—while still achieving a crispy texture. This reduces the fat and calorie content of your meals compared to traditional frying methods.

Many air fryer ovens do not require preheating, but some recipes may benefit from it for better results. It can help ensure that food cooks evenly and achieves the desired texture more quickly. Always refer to the specific model’s instructions and recipes.

Cleaning an air fryer oven is usually straightforward. Most have removable trays, baskets, and racks that are dishwasher-safe. The interior can be wiped with a damp cloth. Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of grease and food particles, which can affect performance and taste.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Neha Khandelwal
Neha Khandelwal Content Lead, HT Travel | Travel & Lifestyle Journalist With over 10 years of content writing experience, Neha Khandelwal is a lifestyle journalist and the Content Lead at HT Travel. She specialises in destinations, hotels, aviation, luggage, travel gear, and practical guides that help readers plan smarter and travel better. Her work combines first-hand experience, expert insights, and extensive research to create stories that are informative, useful, and easy to follow. Career Journey & Experience Neha began her writing career as a freelance journalist in 2010 before entering mainstream media with The Times of India in 2022. She later joined Hindustan Times, where she has written extensively across travel, lifestyle, home, and consumer trends. Her professional background extends beyond journalism. Before moving into digital media full-time, she spent nearly a decade in interior design, managing residential projects from concept to execution. She also trained in visual merchandising with Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons and worked with women-led startups across design and operations. These experiences continue to shape her storytelling, especially in how she evaluates hotels, design-led stays, hospitality spaces, and travel experiences. A naturally curious learner, Neha has completed beginner certifications in pottery, scuba diving, baking, creative writing, and other creative pursuits. She has read more than 2,000 books, trained in Bharatanatyam for 8 years, and ghostwritten a book on Ladakh tourism. Subject Expertise Travel is at the heart of Neha's work. She covers destinations, hotels, airlines, luggage, packing strategies, travel accessories, and emerging travel trends through a mix of reporting, product testing, and conversations with industry experts. A frequent traveller herself, she approaches every trip with a journalist's curiosity and a planner's mindset, focusing on experiences that readers can realistically recreate. From choosing the right cabin bag to decoding hotel openings and destination trends, her writing prioritises practical advice over promotional claims. Her background in interior design also gives her a distinct perspective on architecture, hospitality design, boutique hotels, luxury stays, and thoughtfully designed spaces. Education & Professional Background Neha holds a Master's degree in Interior Design. Her early experience in interior design, visual merchandising, and design operations gives her a unique understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, adding depth to her coverage of hotels, resorts, and travel spaces. Editorial Philosophy "As an avid, research-driven traveller, my goal is simple. To answer the questions you actually have before booking a trip. I cut through the promotional noise with honest reporting and expert insights. Making travel planning seamless, smart, and reliable so you always know where to go next."Read More

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