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4 things you should never put in your air fryer

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4 Things You Should Never Put in Your Air Fryer

Air fryers have taken kitchens by storm, offering a quicker, healthier way to get crispy, delicious results without the extra oil. But as versatile as these countertop appliances are, they’re not suitable for everything. Misusing an air fryer can not only ruin your food—it could also damage the appliance or even become a fire hazard.

Before you toss just anything into the basket, here are four things you should never put in your air fryer:


1. Wet-Battered Foods

Think twice before trying to recreate your favorite deep-fried fair food in an air fryer. Foods coated in a wet batter—like beer-battered fish or corn dogs—won’t cook the way you’d hope. Instead of turning golden and crispy, the batter can drip through the basket or pool at the bottom, creating a soggy mess and potentially clogging the air fryer.

Try this instead: Opt for dry breaded coatings like panko or crushed cornflakes for a satisfying crunch that actually crisps up in an air fryer.


2. Cheese on Its Own

Throwing in slices of cheese or foods filled with melty cheese (without a protective coating) can end in disaster. Cheese melts quickly in the high heat, turning into a gooey mess that sticks to the basket and is a nightmare to clean. Worse, it can start smoking or even burn.

Try this instead: If you want cheesy snacks, go for breaded cheese sticks or stuffed jalapeños—just make sure they’re frozen or coated well before air frying.