The air fryer has become a practical and healthy tool for cooking all kinds of dishes, from savoury recipes to delightful baked treats. And to make the most of it and cook with greater variety, it’s fantastic to have moulds that make using it easier! Using moulds in the air fryer not only helps you achieve even cooking, but also makes cleaning easier and makes preparing your meals much more straightforward, hygienic, and practical. You’ll enjoy using it even more!
There are various types of moulds available for oil-free fryers, many at very affordable prices, and when choosing the right one, it's important to consider certain features that will help you achieve perfect results in every recipe. Fancy discovering them?
*We recommend measuring the diameter of your air fryer to ensure compatibility with the moulds.
1. Paper Moulds
Paper moulds are perfect if you're looking for convenience and cleanliness. These disposable moulds offer great ease by preventing food from sticking to the fryer and also making it easy to remove the food afterwards. They come in various shapes and sizes, making them ideal for all kinds of preparations – from cakes and sponges to cupcakes and tartlets.
We recommend different packs such as the Ibili pack of 50 trays or the Tellier Paper Moulds, so you can prepare the most delicious recipes for all your family and friends.
2. Non-Stick Moulds
Non-stick moulds combine the durability of steel with the practicality of a surface that prevents food from sticking. The non-stick coating makes it easier to remove food and clean up, keeping your food juicy and in perfect shape. You’ll be able to prepare anything from juicy cannelloni and lasagna to roasts, bread, and sponges. With non-stick moulds, you’ll enjoy fast heating, more efficient cooking, and even heat distribution. They’re fantastic! Plus, they’re reusable, making them more eco-friendly than disposables… and they come in loads of shapes to fit your fryer!
You’ll find them available as individual pieces or in sets. We highly recommend checking out the mould sets from Wham Cook®, where you’ll find moulds in various shapes, perfect for all kinds of recipes:
- Perfect for your tartlets and custard tarts: Set of 4 tartlet moulds – use the smooth ones for custard tarts and the ruffled ones for tartlets!
- Ideal for cookies, biscuits, nuggets, and chicken strips: Set of 2 rectangular trays.
- Perfect for muffins, cupcakes, and fairy cakes: Set of 4 tall individual moulds.
- Great for super crispy chips: Perforated oven tray.
- Ideal for juicy roasts – fish, vegetables and meats: Non-stick roasting tray with rack.
- Perfect for all kinds of cakes, plumcakes, and breads. Available as a Set of 2 rectangular moulds or as a single non-stick rectangular mould.
They cook beautifully and being in a set means you can bake multiple batches comfortably!
3. Extra-Pressed Aluminium Moulds
Naturals aluminium moulds offer excellent heat distribution, ensuring perfect – and super quick – cooking! Designed to withstand high temperatures without warping or releasing toxins, they’re easy to clean, lightweight, and very durable. Plus, they’re available in a range of shapes and sizes, making them ideal for everything from pancakes, cookies, and brownies to meats and vegetables.
You can opt for the Naturals® Collection Square Mould by Nordic Ware, perfect for delicious cakes, brownies, meat or vegetables, or for others like the Wavy Tortilla Mould by Nordic Ware, ideal for creating exquisite pancakes.
Wavy Tortilla Mould by Nordic Ware
4. Stainless Steel Moulds
If you're after strength and durability, stainless steel moulds are your best bet. Though heavier than other materials, they are highly resistant to high temperatures without warping, making them ideal for roasting, baking, or preparing foods that need higher heat resistance. They’re sturdy and very long-lasting, so you’ll have them for life!
These moulds are perfect for making flans, puddings or delicious Portuguese custard tarts. For that, we recommend the Set of 6 Portuguese tart moulds by Ibili or the Stainless Steel Flan Moulds by Ilsa.
Recipes in the Air Fryer:
Finally, here are some easy and delicious air fryer recipes to help you get the most out of your new kitchen ally:
- Garlic prawns
- How to make falafels: an easy and tasty chickpea recipe
- Crispy courgette strips
- Prawn fried rice (oil-free!)
- Healthy and easy apple donuts
- Beef spring rolls
- Mustard salmon
*Tip: before you start cooking, we suggest spraying a little releasing spray directly onto the food to prevent it from sticking to your oil-free fryer.
We're sure you'll love them as much as we do!
