Must-Try Air Fryer Snacks Recipes You Will Love

If you love those crispy snacks but cannot enjoy them due to excessive oil, an air fryer is exactly what you need. It lets you cook crispy, flavourful snacks by using a fraction of oil compared to deep frying. An air fryer circulates hot air rapidly to cook foods with little to no oil while keeping the same taste and texture intact. Plus, air fryers are fast, easy to use and reduce cooking time. This makes them an appealing option to make snacks in no time. So, read on if you are ready to explore some quick, tasty and healthier air fryer snacks you can enjoy. 

Easy Air Fryer Snacks Recipes for Instant Hunger Relief 

Learn these air fryer snack recipes to end your cravings in no time.  

1. Crispy Potato Skin Wedges

These potato skin wedges are the ultimate air fryer snacks. They are crunchy and pack a punch of spiciness, these potato wedges are perfect for movie nights or anytime cravings hit.  

Ingredients (Serves 4): 

• 6 medium potatoes 
• 2 tablespoons of cooking oil or butter (as per your preference) 
• 1 teaspoon of red chilli powder 
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper (grounded or powder) 
• Salt to taste 

Instructions: 

1. Scrub the potatoes under the running water to clean thoroughly. Boil them in salted water using a pressure cooker until they are soft.  
2. Once done, place the boiled potatoes aside and let them cool. 
3. Take a medium-sized bowl and mix the seasoning with oil or melted butter. Combine red chilling powder, black pepper and salt to make a mixture.  
4. Once the potatoes are cool, cut them into quarters.  
5. Lightly dip the wedges in the oil and spice mixture. 
6. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C. Place the wedges in the air fryer basket (skin side down) and ensure to leave some space between them.  
7. Cook for 13-15 minutes or until the wedges are golden brown and crunchy on the outside. 
8. Repeat the same with the remaining potato wedges and place them on a plate. Garnish them with coriander if you like, and serve hot with your favourite dip, tomato ketchup or pudina chutney. 

2. Air Fryer French Fries

These are the most preferred healthy air fryer snacks cooked without deep frying. These French fries have all the crunch and are super easy to make.  

Ingredients (Serves 4): 

• 6 medium-sized potatoes, peeled 
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (olive or canola oil) 

Instructions: 

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into strips.  
2. Soak the strips in water for around 30 minutes. Then drain thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. 
3. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.  
4. Now, coat the potato strips with oil. 
5. Add the fries to the air fryer basket and cook for about 30 minutes or until they are crispy and golden.  
6. Ensure that you shake the basket 2-3 times when cooking to get an even crisp.  
7. If your potato strips are too thick, they might need a few extra minutes to cook. 

3. Paneer Tikka in Air Fryer:

This recipe gives the same tangy, roasted texture as a tandoor or griller. You can cook these tasty paneer snacks in air fryer, which is perfect for a starter or evening snack.  

Ingredients (Serves 4): 

• For the Tikka:  
• ½ kilograms of paneer, cut into cubes 
• 1 bell pepper, cut into small cubic pieces 
• 1 onion, cut into small chunks and separated into layers 

• For the Marinade: 
• ¾ cup of curd, whisked 
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil  
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice 
• 1 tablespoon besan (chickpea flour) 
• 2 teaspoons ginger, crushed or finely grated 
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder  
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala 
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 
• ¾ teaspoon turmeric  
• 2 teaspoons garlic, finely grated 
• 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste 
• 1 teaspoon garam masala 
• 1 tablespoon kasoori methi (dry fenugreek leaves) 
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes 

Instructions:  

1. Cut paneer into cubes and put them aside.  
2. Cut bell peppers and onion into small chunks.  
3. Take a large bowl and combine curd, oil, lemon juice, besan, ginger, garlic, kasoori methi, salt and other ingredients. Mix until smooth. 
4. Add the paneer pieces, bell peppers and onion to the marinade. Mix them well using your hands or a spatula.   
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavours soak in. 
6. Thread the marinated paneer, bell pepper and onion alternately onto the bamboo skewers.  
7. Cover the air fryer’s basket with silver foil for easy cleanup.  
8. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C. 
9. Arrange the skewers on the basket in a layer, keeping adequate space between them. 
10. Insert the basket and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the skewers, brush with a bit more oil and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until crispy on the outside and golden in colour. 
11. Once done, place them on a plate, sprinkle a few drops of lemon juice and a dash of chaat masala before serving. 

Switch to Oil-Free Cooking with Crompton Air Fryers 

Air fryers are perfect kitchen appliances if you are looking to cook healthier versions of your favourite snacks. If you have decided to get an air fryer for your kitchen, consider exploring Crompton’s range of air fryers. Our air fryers feature Quick Fry technology, a powerful 1500W heating element and Indie preset menus for a variety of popular recipes. With its larger 4.5 litre capacity, temperature range up to 200°C customisable timer settings, Crompton’s air fryer gives you complete control over your cooking. 

Choose Crompton Air Fryers and start enjoying effortless, guilt-free snacks today! 

FAQs on Air Fryer Snacks 

• Are air-fried snacks healthy? 

Air fryer snacks are considered healthier than deep-fried alternatives. These cooking appliances use significantly less oil and use hot air to create a crispy texture. However, overall healthiness depends on the ingredients you use. 

• What is the rule for air fryer time? 

Air fryers cook food quickly. So, if you are following a recipe for oven or microwave, consider reducing time and temperature for best results. As for general guidance, you should reduce the temperature by 5-10°C and check food about 20% sooner. However, each air fryer model may vary slightly, so it is best to start with the manufacturer’s recipe recommendations.  

• What type of ingredient should I not cook in an air fryer? 

Avoid cooking food items with a wet batter, such as idlis or uthappam. The batter can create a mess as the hot air inside the air fryer can blow it off. Moreover, foods with a very high-fat content like fatty cuts of meat or adding more oil to ingredients may also cause excessive smoke.