Quick, simple to use, and perfect for turning out failsafe dishes – is it any wonder that the air fryer has become such a beloved kitchen appliance?
Saving time, energy, and oven space is especially important over the busy Christmas period, so a trusty air fryer can really come in handy. From crispy roast potatoes to Yorkshire puddings, party-ready canapés, and even an entire joint of beef, we’ve rounded up some of the best air fryer recipes to help take the stress out of cooking this festive season.
Also the proud owner of a slow cooker? Be sure to check out our collection of must-try slow cooker Christmas recipes too.
Starters and sharers
Bored of Lunch Air-Fried Baked Camembert
It’s easier than ever to dish up this classic sharing dish thanks to Bored of Lunch. Don’t skimp on the truffle oil for an extra special touch.
Air Fryer Goat’s Cheese and Caramelised Onion Tarts
Ideal for serving as a light starter or sophisticated party canapé, these vegetarian mini tarts call for just a handful of staple ingredients.
Air Fryer Pastry Wraps with Asparagus, Parma Ham & Green Pesto
These delightful pastry parcels, stuffed with asparagus and Parma ham, are perfect as a canapé or starter.
Mains
Bored of Lunch ‘Forgot to Prep’ Sunday Lunch
Looking for an alternative to turkey this Christmas? All you need is three ingredients, an air fryer, and 60 minutes of cooking time to create this impressive roast beef centrepiece.
The Batch Lady’s Marinated Spatchcock Chicken
Ditch the turkey and opt for a succulent marinated chicken instead with this quick and easy recipe from The Batch Lady.
Air Fryer Roast Pork with Crispy Crackling
Promising juicy meat and crisp crackling, this air fryer roast recipe is the perfect choice if you’re opting for pork this year.
Sides
Bored of Lunch’s Air-fried ‘Roast’ Potatoes with Fresh Rosemary
Air fryers are perfect for creating that crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside finish that we love about roasties. This recipe by Nathan Anthony is simple to follow and delivers great results.
Bored of Lunch’s Air Fryer Soy, Butter and Sesame Sprouts
Sticky, glossy and crispy, these moreish Brussel sprouts coated in soy, butter and sesame will steal the show.
Air Fryer Yorkshire Pudding Wraps with Roast Beef
Free up oven space while you’re cooking Christmas dinner, or create the perfect vessel for leftovers, with this super simple recipe for giant Yorkshire puddings.
Desserts
Becky Excell’s Gluten-Free Chocolate Fondants
The perfect crowd-pleasing pudding for anyone averse to a traditional pudding, these melt-in-the-middle fondants are irresistible.
Raspberry, White Chocolate and Pecan Brioche Bake
This utterly delicious brioche bake is a twist on a bread and butter pudding with added raspberry and white chocolate. To make it even more festive, why not mix up the flavours and go for chocolate and orange?
Bakes
Air Fryer Mince Pies
Once you’ve enjoyed a homemade mince pie, it’s very difficult to go back to shop-bought. This recipe from Lucy Parissi makes whipping up a batch easier than ever with a simple air fryer method.
Air Fryer Christmas Cake
You can’t beat a classic festive fruitcake and in this easy recipe, you can use your air fryer to create a dense, rich, fruity cake, ready to be fed with booze until the big day.
Jane’s Patisserie’s Crinkle Cookies
These snowy air fryer cookies have such a festive feel to them – why not bake up a batch to give as edible gifts?
