Cleaning your air fryer takes 10-15 minutes and only requires a damp rag or sponge. I’ve outlined the steps below so you can get things cleaned up in no time!
How to Clean Your Air Fryer
- Unplug your air fryer from the outlet. While this might seem like common sense, it is worth mentioning.
- Let your air fryer completely cool down. There is no need to immediately clean it right after use. It is dangerous and you can easily burn yourself!
- Wipe the outside of your fryer with a damp cloth. The cloth should be wet enough to wipe away food or grease but you don’t want it dripping with moisture.
- Remove the baskets and gently scrub each basket with soap and water. Your basket should have two parts – an inner and an outer basket. Many new air fryer models have dishwasher-safe baskets!
- Wipe down the inside of your air fryer with a damp sponge.
- Wipe down the heating element with a damp sponge. You might need to gently turn your air fryer upside down to see it.
- Wipe down the vents with a soft bristle brush or damp sponge
- Let the baskets and the inside of your air fryer dry completely before putting everything back together.
Pro Tip
Use tinfoil to save on cleanup. Plus if you’re cooking meat or fish it helps retain some of the juices and flavor.
New to Air Fryers?
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Or, drop a comment below telling me what experience you’ve had cleaning your air fryer!
