Are air fryers actually healthy?

Air fryers cook food faster and use less oil, making meals lower in fat and calories. They are more energy-efficient but have limited capacity, suitable for small portions. While healthier, air fryers require proper cleaning to avoid harmful oil build-up and trans fats.

Air fryers are all the rage, promising a healthier way to prepare your food. We look at how they really compare to the conventional oven. Whether you want to cook a quick jacket potato, crispy fries, a roast dinner for the family, or even a batch of fudgy brownies, look no further than the miniature oven on your kitchen worktop.



Traditional ovens are old news as this culinary upstart, the air fryer, promises a healthier way to prepare all your favourite foods. And it’s rare to find a kitchen without one these days. They’re the third most used kitchen appliance (just behind microwaves and toasters) and almost 60% of people in the UK now own one, according to a Good Food Nation study.

Jamie Oliver is a huge fan, and with both a TV series and cookbook dedicated to the appliance, he claims they have “well and truly earned their place in our kitchens”..