Top 15 Air Fryer TOOLS Every Air Fryer Owner Needs

[@patpeters6331]

I can attest that your cookbook is the best. I purchased several cookbooks before I discovered your channel. The other books had such complicated recipes that I never made them. Yours is the one I routinely go to for meal ideas. And have added oodles of personal notes & recipes. 😊📒 The oil sprayer is the best one I've ever had...

[@empoweredcooks]

Yay! Thank you for sharing your review with everyone, Pat! :)

[@patpeters6331]

@@empoweredcooks Omg! Thank you, that's a first for me. I watch because every week I learn something new.

[@suefiebiger2290]

Love your channel and use so many of your recommendations. To easily turn items in my air fryer I use Latex-Free household gloves. Easy to clean and store in my air fryer. Works great.

[@karenpolansky9097]

Thanks for the tip on how to figure out the weight of ingredients. Brilliant!! ❤🎉❤ I agree with the order of all of your picks for products, and although the first few are not need-to-have items, they sure do make cooking easier (especially your cheat sheet). Thanks again Cathy!

[@empoweredcooks]

Thanks Karen! I'm glad you found the weighing tip helpful!

[@PD-ir7mz]

I have an "Instant" air fryer that has the double drawers for smaller items and a Cosori Dual Blaze for bigger items. I also have the "Air Fryer Cheat Sheet" and I find myself referring to it all the time. Your videos have really changed my view on air fryers and I use mine every day, multiple times a day. Thank you for all the information, tips and tricks you show us in your videos. I really hate cooking and using my air fryer has changed the way I eat thanks to you.

[@empoweredcooks]

Yay!! I am also not a fan of cooking - so I am so glad you have an air fryer and found my videos! :)

[@conniegreen615]

What do u cook every day?

[@PD-ir7mz]

@@conniegreen615 A mixture between New York Strip steak, Rib-Eye steak, T-Bone steak, Pork Chops, Chicken Drum sticks, Chicken Nuggets, Fries....etc.

[@rggarewal]

I have tried several oil spray bottles, but they seem to emit a single stream of oil, not a wide misting spray. Any recommendation on a bottle that actually mists with avocado oil?

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I use my airfryer daily. I store my silicone tools in a jar by the dirfryer and in the drawer near my air fryer. I def keep a cutting board right in front of my airfryer. I love cooking in my airfryer. Such a great kitchen tool

[@empoweredcooks]

Way to keep it all nice and close to make the whole process even easier!

[@gail4101]

Hey kiddo! I have everything on your list, thanks to you…you’re my-go-to girl for all my Air Fryer needs! I’ve told you before your cheat sheet is on my Air Fryer for quick reference along with your cookbook…the only thing that I added to my “essential “ list was an heat resistant thick silicone mat that covers my wooden rolling cart which is my Air Fryer base…the mat is 15.7 x 23.6 so it sits under the Air Fryer with space in front of it to put down the hot basket plus when I have washed the basket afterwards, I put a towel down on top of the mat to put the wet basket upside down on it to dry…if I may say, I purchased it on Amazon…as usual thanks, lovie, for all your help!

[@empoweredcooks]

You're awesome! Thanks Gail!

[@kindram.9445]

This is sooo awesome information. Thank you.

[@ladyyvonneelainehickerman117]

My Daughter got me a Tower Vortex 7.6l Air Fryer and I love it, use it everyday.

[@lindaclarke204]

#1 for me was the RIGHT type and size of AF!! My first one was a door type, not a drawer. A bazillion attachments I'd never use...rotisserie, etc. The shelves were two mesh air fryer shelves. I hated them. Fast forward to now, after a lot of research, I bought the Cosori turbo. Got it yesterday, cooked dinner and breakfast and dinner today!! It is so easy to clean I don't dread using it!! It feels so good to be excited about cooking!

[@janicegray9999]

Just watching your channel are used by air fryer quite frequently almost every day, and I love your cookbook. Also have an enjoy using your cheat sheets

[@empoweredcooks]

Thanks Janice!

[@kathiecarter5396]

I have all of the tools that you mentioned and also use them all. Thanks Cathy.

[@dawnrouse2439]

I pretty much have everything you've mentioned. Thanks Cathy!

[@empoweredcooks]

Thank YOU Dawn! :)

[@wplains]

I’ve had that bag opener for several years now because I freeze a lot of soups. Very handy. Also, that little rack to hold down food is brilliant. I’ve tried making zucchini chips and they all burned because they flew up to the top of the air fryer. Will definitely be getting one of those, lol!

[@tamvids4c2c]

Thanks so much for all the links, tips, and recipes! I have clicked the link for the silicone tools, and the product shown doesn't include tongs. Were you aware of that?

[@kippywylie]

I have a question for you about baking muffins, shortcake, or other rolls in an air fryer. I've found after several catastrophes that the tops always burn in or air fryer doing breads like this. So, I'm creating a tin foil "lid" weighted with pieces like nuts & bolts to prevent it from blowing out of position from the air fryer fan. It works. I can air fry muffins for 12 minutes so they golden not burned, and have completely cooked inside not guey. Is there a product on the market to replace my jury-rigged lid?

[@empoweredcooks]

I have not seen anything, but I get what you are talking about! I've done foil wrapped tightly around the dish in order to prevent tops from burning. You could also maybe drop the temp a bit lower and see if that helps?

[@ZoeNyx-s4x]

Bonjour!!! I am writing to you from Paris, France. This coming Friday my virgin airfryer arrives!!! I just watched a few of your videos. "12 AirFryer Mistakes" video was great!!! I am glad I stumbled upon you FIRST!! I just bought my very first AirFryer (Philips Essential brand) from Amazon during Black Friday. Even though I bought it at a very good sale price, I was having second thoughts about not buying a cheaper brand airfryer. After watching your video, I am glad I did not! Love your personality and your family helping with some of the yummy recipes!!! Can't wait to cook this weekend!!! Bon Appétit!!!

[@empoweredcooks]

Welcome! So glad to have you here!

[@robinbench3969]

I have almost all of them thanks to you! I even buy them for my kids!! You are awesome!!!❤

[@empoweredcooks]

Aw, thanks Robin!

[@Banagal]

Great video with helpful tool ideas. I see a few I will add to my AF tools and some I will gift. Thank you!

[@empoweredcooks]

You are so welcome!

[@denizabogosyan1466]

Cathy, you seem to be an air fry guru. I’ve got a question: you know how in ovens, in order for some dishes to not get dry or get over cooked on top, you can use silicon lids instead of covering the dish with a foil. What do you think of using the same silicon lids in the air fryer? Thank you in advance!

[@sultanadacosta5]

I just bought my air fryer and I loved watching this video to have a great cooking experience ❤

[@22anamae]

Love this, so many good tips. Thanks for sharing your helpful videos. 😊

[@patpeters6331]

I use silicone mats for the hot basket/pans. I find that they work well and aren't as heavy to lift..

[@empoweredcooks]

Great point!

[@mitty2086]

Hi Cathy, Love your videos. TY for teaching me how to use my air fryer. I have all but 13, 14, 15 and may get # 13. 🥰

[@empoweredcooks]

You are so welcome!

[@22anamae]

Thanks for along the great tips. Heads up on the oil sprayer, I orderer the one you used but it broke day two.

[@prestonrenify]

So very impressive! You really hit the ground running carving out a niche for yourself....kudos to you. Just received an AF at a gift. Happy to find your page. Big thumbs up! Thanks for your efforts.

[@catherinerueth8335]

Hey Cathy, I have all 15 items and use most of them almost everyday!

[@empoweredcooks]

Woo hoo! All star here!

[@tammylovescats]

I have a question for you about the silicone air fryer basket. Can you use then in the 5.8qt baskets. I just have been using the paper liners

[@PK-hn2zf]

Hi Cathy, thanks for the video! I have most, but not all of these accessories. I don't have the bag holders, nor the washcloths. though I use a sponge and a different type of washcloth to clean my air fryer. The tool I am most interested in, which will solve a dilemma for me, is the Soleader plate grippers. Once I get more than one ramekin in the air fryer, I have been at a loss several times, as to how to get them out without getting burned in the process. These plate grippers will be my next accessory purchase. Thank you!! I do have the parchment papers, but what I use more often is silicon mats, that fit into the bottom of the basket. These save some but now all of the mess. I always look forward to your videos. I find them very helpful. Thank you.

[@empoweredcooks]

So glad to hear it! YES those ramekins are tricky to get out! A viewer told me about the plate grippers last year and I've been so thankful for them!

[@JEHomestead]

Do you have a link for the red silicone bowl you used ?

[@carstenhansen5757]

Your recipe book look pretty great. Does it use the metric or the imperial?

[@susanmurdock6956]

CUDOS to you🎉🎉🎉 for showing your newest Corsori double burner, top/bottom, I got it after seeing you having it and gave my still “new” 1 burner Corsori to my son and he’s crazy about it👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@empoweredcooks]

You are so welcome!

[@tammyblankenship6786]

I bought the oil sprayer and parchment paper because of your recommendation.

[@nancyt2848]

I just discovered making pizza from store bought naan bread. I used toothpicks to hold my pepperoni in place, but using the rack instead is brilliant!

[@empoweredcooks]

Oh yes!! Naan pizza is so good! Have you seen my video where I use it for BBQ chicken pizza? YUMMY!

[@Samuska]

I can't find the Dawn Power Wash in my region. Do you suggest an alternative spray? Thanks!

[@JEHomestead]

How has the coating lasted in the Cosori turbo ?

[@MikeCTRVLR]

Hi Cathy! Have you reviewed the new Cuisineart Basket air fryer? I like the Breville oven style. However, the required cooking times don't match the results. Thank You!

[@tracyrhymer6639]

How do you feel about the Cosori smart oven and air fryer.

[@empoweredcooks]

Are you referring to the new oven style air fryer? I'm not a fan of oven style air fryers at all... not even Cosori. :) They get hot on the outside and tend to emit more heat than a regular oven. And I think food takes a bit longer to cook in them, and I don't like messing with hot pads when taking food out and rotating it.

[@DrGoat666]

Please tell me about the parchment paper (No6) I am new to the air fry and I use it (exactly the same paper) in two ways . At first I always use it at the very bottom under the grill grate because it is easy to clean the very bottom … when I make meat or meatballs I just put them in the grill grate and all the grease comes down to the parchment paper which is super ease to throw away after cooking my food and also very easy to clean everything except the grill grate which is the only part that I have to be a little patient to clean … when I make French potatoes I use also parchment paper over the grill grate because I like to cut them very small and if I don’t use paper most of them will throw inside the grill grate to the very bottom .. maybe I have to use the other one with the holes … SO the basic question is … Am I right that I use the parchment paper you showed us to that video ALWAYS to the very bottom of the air fryer (as a grease collector)? Is it the same if I use just a little foil for the same job ?

[@Rodaportal]

Hey there Empowered Cooks fam! 😊 These air fryer tools are total game-changers! 🔥🙌 I'm eyeing a few to level up my air fryer game. Thanks for always sharing these fantastic tips and recommendations. 🌟 Looking forward to more awesome content! 💫

[@empoweredcooks]

Woo hoo! You are so welcome!

[@tammyblankenship6786]

I bought your instant read thermometer by watching you, as well as the parchment paper for the air fryer.

[@empoweredcooks]

Yay!

[@elainemarchlewski90]

I love your oil sprayer and I'm planning on getting 1 or 2 more. I've tried other name brands but was disappointed with them. Thanks

[@jeansandbach1084]

Hi Cathy I'm pretty new to air frying i watch all you're videos, I'm collecting most of the 15 item's but can you send me the make of your oil sprayer I'm in th UK and have tried a few but they leak everywhere 😊😊everywhere

[@wplains]

I use my air fryer almost every day.

[@empoweredcooks]

So fun!

[@tOmAt-JuDe]

Thanks for letting us know

[@craftyourwaytopeace]

Mine says to never use foil, so I'm confused. Is it ok to use foil or not?😂 I'm a new subscriber & I'm also new to the air fryer. It's sitting all nice & pretty on the counter waiting to be used. You have many recipes we're going to try. So, thank you in advance. ❤

[@boblarsen7984]

I juist ordered the Dual Blaze and am wondering if your cookbook works with that air fryer or do things need to be adjusted for Dual Blaze. Thanks in advance

[@empoweredcooks]

I have it as well and use it all the time with recipes from my cookbook... so you should be good to go! Enjoy!

[@simplemind9466]

I just came across your video. Try the thin aluminum trays shaped and sized just like the parchment paper. They won't burn, sturdier, more versatile and you dont have to shape an aluminum tray from a roll. 🙂

[@lindaevans6461]

After watching your channel this last year i have gotten all those tools. Love my airfryer.🎉😊

[@kippywylie]

It's this channel that first began my interest in air fryers and now we use it every day and often several times a day. We prepare food that is not pre-packaged always, which surprises me because before finding this channel I assumed air fryers we only for tator tots etc

[@empoweredcooks]

Yay!

[@carolrenteria2045]

PS I DO have your cookbook and love it. Also have most of the products you were promoting. Thank you for all of your suggestions.

[@empoweredcooks]

Yay! Thank you!

[@debbiecomerford-lalonde2699]

Do you have Ninja foodi dual basket recipes? I have the 7.6 qt

[@triciamcfarland8823]

I love your cookbook. It’s my favorite. I bought the oil spray bottle and so far, so good👍 (I, too, have tried others). Is the cheat-sheet separate from the cookbook?

[@empoweredcooks]

So glad you are loving the cookbook! And YES the cheat sheet is a product I launched earlier this year!

[@cl5193]

The link to the cheatsheet wouldn't open, but I got several of the other items. I'm still getting to know how to use my air fryer, so thank you!

[@empoweredcooks]

Thank you for letting me know! Try this one? www.airfryercheatsheet.com/ordernow

[@abryan1810]

What size parchment sheet do you recommend for the Cosori Pro III?

[@empoweredcooks]

The 8 or 8.5" will work!

[@CherylCoady]

Please let me know where I can buy your air fryer cookbook! Thanks in advance!

[@katemccarthy2463]

Thanks for a really helpful video 😊

[@onlineheart526]

Hiya, love your videos. I was wondering If you thought about creating an air fryer cookbook for those living with Diabetes and wondering if an air fryer would be good to have for a diabetic? 😀😊

[@empoweredcooks]

Hello! Yes, any recipe you can do in the oven, you can do in the air fryer! For example, would any of these recipes work for a diabetic? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWGqq4apoLt7fdEsi=CjeLUg5RUORk0g1_

[@donnahillen9500]

How do we need know how long to pre heat and @Temp?

[@johannespalm77]

Hello! I'd love to buy your sheet if it was in Celcius degrees. Does anyone know how to get a sheet for the swedish chefs? =)

[@empoweredcooks]

I have a printable PDF Celsius version available here: www.airfryercheatsheet.com/pdf-1?YT

[@musicalwhimsy]

I need to not have to clean it. If I have to clean it, I will just not use it. I currently live on pasta and toast and paper plates. Can the parchment paper stop me needing to clean it if I'm cooking things like chicken nuggets or other meat?

[@luizasoi5601]

Congratulations on your cookbook 🎉

[@oliverlloyd8762]

I use aluminum foil pans rather than parchment paper. They are much more sturdy and reflect heat through the cooking process still holding the juices and crumbs within the pan.

[@AprilNPerry]

You are the pro!! ❤️

[@empoweredcooks]

Thanks April!

[@MrSophisiticated]

do you have a video showing how to set temp and time for dual air fryer

[@empoweredcooks]

The Cosori Dual Blaze? Or a dual basket air fryer?

[@LilByrdFly2]

What about using butter spray????

[@sallywicked1847]

what is the brand name of oil sprayer?

[@empoweredcooks]

Links are in the video description!

[@chriscecil3555]

I have the Misto spray bottle from Target and it sucks 😕

[@empoweredcooks]

Yes, it really does. That is the 2nd on I used and it lasted me about 2 months. :(

[@Sharkie2004]

Dawn powerwash is AMAZING

[@karengee7504]

I have almost all of these items . I am commited to using my air fryer more than an oven

[@empoweredcooks]

Ha! That's an easy commitment too! :)

[@DianaTaylor-r5k]

Great video 😊

[@kathmann7402]

I bought the cord organizer months ago for the back of my Cosori Air Fryer and it constantly falls off. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@thebighat99]

Hi i like your videos a lot, I just got an air fryer what does it mean, do not use more than 60 minutes in two hour period? I can’t use it longer than 60 minutes at a time? My small brain is confused. ???😕

[@empoweredcooks]

Hello! I'm guessing this is something from the user manual? I think it is just saying not to cook it for a total of an hour. Most things will cook in 15 min or less, so you should be just fine! You may find this video helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWKwoY2ohN5jY6Msi=zft4_m_EvfNzJayr

[@thebighat99]

Thank you 😀@@empoweredcooks

[@loveispatientloveiskind2205]

I don't have a pyrex dish small enough. Now nervous to use foil ...

[@shirleyjohnson8656]

Dice Potatoes are not on the cheat sheet. I needed it. 🥺

[@MrNikibilly]

Good evening, I want to say how much I enjoy your show. I had two strokes, a heart attack and I'm finding my fifth cancer. I lost my husband, my daughter and my three brothers and my parents has been tough. I sit here at night and I can't sleep between the pain and the sadness and your videos help me so very much. I had a huge gas leaky and my stove was shut and disconnected and I have the cosori air fryer That was recalled. It killed me to cut the plug. I'm waiting for my replacement but I ordered the dual burner and I'm excited to use it because I have problems with my hands without arthritis getting up and turning everything a few times. This makes it so much easier. When my disability check comes I will buy your book. I often try to join in the giveaway but I'm always missing it. My notifications are not working so I never know when anyone's on. I'm going to have my son look at it when he comes over. I have a tip for you all before you throw out your air fry that was recalled. Take the insert basket out and take the handle off. You will be able to use it in the dual burner instead of the rack and it'll fit. Also, the pull out there is a way to take the handle off of that, but I'm not sure it can be used but I know the insert can, but if you'd save both baskets, I'm sure you could use it in the replacement that they're sending you. The 168 AF to replace the 158 AF gives us an extra basket. Thank you so much! I share your videos with everyone. I just had a question about the square line. Is I purchased the ones for the 5 to 8 qt would anyone know the dimensions to the inside basket to the dual burner?

[@MrNikibilly]

I apologize for the misspelling. After my strokes I cannot see so good. I'm using Google voice. It tends to type what it likes. I apologize. God bless everyone. Have a wonderful night. I am watching your videos now. 15 minute meals. I love them all. They keep me on my toes

[@empoweredcooks]

So sorry to hear about the rough things going on. I am glad to hear the videos and air fryer have created a bit of a break in the day. And thank you for taking the time to share your own tips!!! Blessings to you! ❤️

[@claycassin8437]

I have had no luck with the air fryer parchment paper. I bought the same type you show, square with the corrugated sides, but the smaller size to fit my fryer. Those sides always blow over on top of the food, impeding the cooking process. More than once, it even rolled all the way over and the food spilled out. I am not talking a small amount of food, either...even a three egg frittata with ham, cheese, and bell pepper has been completely blown out of it. I guess I can't use them. I don't have a cheap air fryer, either. It is a Phillips Viva. Oh well, I guess it must work in your air fryers.

[@empoweredcooks]

Ah... the Philips air fryers have VERY powerful fans. Try using the metal rack to hold the parchment paper down so it doesn't blow up around the food.

[@Enes-wj5xq]

I have the same oil sprayer but it doesn't sprays spritz

[@empoweredcooks]

There are several off brands on amazon. I've found the mistify is the best so far.

[@OctaviaMeyers-c8m]

Do u still have your dreo chefmaker

[@empoweredcooks]

Yes! I find I just use it for times when I cook large pieces of meat. :) Video coming soon!

[@kellypope782]

Love this❤

[@martinshaw4685]

I don't use my air fryer everyday but I still love it

[@empoweredcooks]

Yes!

[@percival23]

The oil sprayer is clear glass ...Olive oil is very light sensitive and will degrade much quick when not protected from light.

[@lindabader-acosta7808]

I love making eggplant parmigiana in mine

[@empoweredcooks]

Yum!

[@kathlynsteinman3599]

I really want the plate gripper!

[@empoweredcooks]

It is so handy!

[@pglen6042]

Have your cookbook, cook almost everything in the silicone liner.

[@empoweredcooks]

Great!

[@tonicaughron7679]

I have all of these except for # 8!

[@empoweredcooks]

Not too shabby at all! :)

[@marilynwilson618]

Tu so much!❤

[@empoweredcooks]

You are welcome!

[@robertcraig4704]

How do one buy your cookbooks

[@empoweredcooks]

Hello! Just go to YummyAirFryerRecipes.com!

[@pglen6042]

Have the cheat sheets and the temp checker.

[@empoweredcooks]

Nice!

[@pglen6042]

and the cookbook. That silicone liner should be at least # 2!@@empoweredcooks

[@cooterbrown7734]

Love you, love your vids . Please get a mic. 😊

[@empoweredcooks]

Thank you! And I do have a mic on the camera. Maybe the sound is weird because I had bad allergies when shooting this one?

[@cooterbrown7734]

@empoweredcooks oh OK. Its just low sounding is all. Older ones are easier to hear. Thanks !

[@mitty2086]

@@cooterbrown7734 I always use the closed captions so between them both I can understand. LOL

[@Daniela.Design]

As someone Who Lives in Europe it is quiet Funny to See how you explain people how to use a Scale. Must be as strange to you guys as the volume measuring is for us.

[@catherinebuechler8776]

I’m learning…

[@gerimanson7156]

0:52

[@JustShara4]

💛💛💛💛

[@empoweredcooks]

👋

[@BonnieAlbano-z3q]

I JUST ADORE YOU.KATHY AND IF IAM CORRECT I HAVE A 🎂BUDDY IAM JUNE 6 GEMINI HERE.I LOVE MY AIR FRYER.AND HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU.THANK YOU🫂😋💚

[@empoweredcooks]

Yep! Logan is also June 6!

[@heathereddy4007]

I cannot get the air fryer cheat sheet too load…🙁

[@empoweredcooks]

Sorry to hear that - how about this one? www.airfryercheatsheet.com/ordernow

[@Litvan]

For an international viewer, it would be great if you had the cheat-sheet in a Celsius version as well.

[@juliandarch9278]

Rack is for things like chicken wings, lifts them off the bottom to allow airflow 😂

[@marlenehill9102]

Oil sparer

[@ronaldfisher222]

Thermometer ?

[@empoweredcooks]

Yep! Right here! Instant Read Meat Thermometer: amzn.to/3Rwvm2w

[@Barbara-e7d5u]

It’s a shame that your website does not allow ordering multiples. I wanted one for my niece but…..?

[@empoweredcooks]

Ah yes, it's a bummer, I agree! So sorry I didn't catch this in time to tell you to email hello @ empoweredcooks dot com so Haley could help you purchase a 2nd one and just pay for shipping once!

[@jerrysg7]

Cheat Sheet link does not work!

[@empoweredcooks]

My bad! Try this one: www.airfryercheatsheet.com/ordernow (it is fixed now!)

[@pamela9029]

❤

[@наталиярозанова-ю7р]

Why #15 is not included?!😡