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13 of the best air fryer recipes: what to cook in your air fryer

From scones to fried chicken and pizza dough – we've got you covered.
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So you’ve got an air fryer, but you aren’t sure where to start? We’ve compiled a list of our top air fryer recipes to get you started. 

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From scones to fried chicken, this is the perfect list of air fryer recipes for the beginner chef.

What is the best thing to cook in an air fryer?

The possibilities are (almost) endless when cooking meals in an air fryer. This handy kitchen appliance can be used for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What cannot be cooked in an air fryer?

Avoid cooking battered foods in an air fryer. While you can put your fresh leafy greens in your air fryer, they will most likely blow around unless covered in oil. Frozen veggies are the way to go if you have your heart set on air-fried veg.

Can you put aluminium foil in an air fryer?

Yes, you can put aluminium foil in the air fryer, and in fact, it can make cleaning it a lot easier. 

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Here’s what to cook in your air fryer

12 best air fryer recipes Australia

air fryer recipes chicken and slaw roll
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

01

Southern air fryer chicken and slaw rolls

Burgers with bite

This air-fried chicken burger recipe will be a hit with all of your family and friends. While herbs and spices are essential, the key ingredient that makes this chicken burger a star is buttermilk!

Air fryer blueberry scones
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

02

Air fryer blueberry and white chocolate scones

Classic, but make it convenient

Who doesn’t love scones? Combine your love of air frying and scones with this delicious recipe. Did we forget to mention, the berry and vanilla bean compote? That’s air fried too!

air fryer recipes veg tart made in an air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

03

Air fryer roast vegetable cheese tarts

Spring vegie goodness

Don’t let the stunning image fool you – this air fryer vegetable tart is easier to make than it looks! The combination of pesto and garlic cream cheese with capsicum and asparagus is what pulls this delicious vegetarian air fryer recipe together.

air fryer recipes pork belly cooked in air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

04

Air fryer pork belly with apple sauce and slaw

Crispy crackling made easy

Give your pork belly a sweet ‘n’ spicy rub, air fry it into crispy-skinned succulence, then serve it up with homemade apple sauce and honey mustard slaw. Yum!

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air fryer recipes beef fajitas cooked in air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

05

Air fryer beef fajitas with spicy parmesan corn

For a simple Tex-Mex feast

Friends and family will be very impressed with this Tex-Mex air fried feast complete with quick-pickled onion and a spicy, cheesy corn on the cob.

air fryer recipes tiramisu cake made in air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

06

Air fryer tiramisu cheesecake

A showstopping dessert

A tiramisu-inspired cheesecake, made from a choc-biscuit base and coffee-flavoured filling – you won’t be disappointed with this dessert air fryer recipe.

air fryer recipes fish cooked in air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

07

Air fryer herb-crumbed fish with aioli and potatoes

Fish n chips with a twist

Give fish and chips a new spin with crumbed fillets and sliced spuds on skewers plus dollops of creamy aioli.

air fryer recipes air fried pizza dough
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

08

Air fryer pizza dough

Crispy and delicious

Yes you can have your air fryer pizza dough and eat it too! A delicious and crispy dough that will make all of your air fryer dreams come true. Think ahead for this recipe as the homemade dough needs to rise for 45 to 60 minutes before baking.

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air fryer recipes proscuitto and goats cheese pizza made in air fryer
(Photography: Brett Stevens)

09

Air fryer prosciutto and goat cheese pizza

Instant crowd-pleaser

This air fryer pizza recipes uses the dough recipe above – just make sure allow enough time for the dough to rise.

Cheeseburger loaded fries

10

Air fryer cheeseburger loaded fries

Fast food at home

Is there anything better than a plate of fries to satiate a case of serious hunger pangs? Turns out, there is! Introducing cheeseburger loaded fries, layered with tasty mince, cheese and pickles.

air fryer roast beef recipe
(Photography: Con Poulos)

11

Air fryer roast beef with potato stacks

Time-saving traditional

This air fryer roast beef recipe offers a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious roast with minimal effort. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, it starts with a 1 kg beef roast that is then seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme. This method ensures a perfectly cooked, flavorful roast every time, with a crispy exterior and tender interior.

air fryer sausage rolls
(Photography: Con Poulos)

12

Air fryer pork sausage rolls

Party-sized perfection

Ideal for parties, snacks or even as a tasty appetizer, these bite-sized air fryer sausage rolls are sure to please a crowd! A filling combining pork mince, finely chopped onion, grated carrot, parsley, garlic power and thyme mean these sausage rolls are bursting with flavour and will be devoured in no time.

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13

The unbeatable anything crumble

Tailor it to your taste

This air-fryer crumble is perfect for a cosy night in. It starts with your choice of apples, pears, apricots or frozen berries and ends with a golden, buttery crumble topping. The aroma alone will have everyone eagerly awaiting a taste. Serve alone or with a scoop of creamy vanilla icecream – trust us, everyone will want to know the recipe!

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