TikTok: Air Fryer Recipes

Air Fryer recipes are all the hype on TikTok right now, and for good reason! Not only do they make cooking incredibly easy, but they add the perfect crispiness to any food. From fried avocado to plant-based corn ribs, and air-fryer banana splits, the possibilities are endless!

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1. Air Fryer Fried Avocado

@easydinnerideasAir Fryer Fried Avocado | www.EasyDinnerIdeas.com #fyp #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #avovado #veganrecipes #vegan #lunchideas #recipeshub #easyrecipes♬ Creative – SmiLE

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If you’ve never tried putting an avocado into an air fryer, it’s a must try! It has a creamy, warm inside, and a crispy exterior. All you need is a couple of simple ingredients, and 10 minutes. You will start by seasoning your avocado with salt, pepper, and bread crumbs. Place the avocado into an air fryer and cook at 375 for 7 minutes. You can eat them just as they are or stuff them with your favorite toppings!

• Avocado Pasta
• Easy Avocado Salad
• Avocado Pesto Pasta

2. Vegan ‘Chik’n’

@notcameronfieldvegan ‘chik’n’ – full recipe on fieldsfeeds instagram! you haaaave to make this! 🥳🥪😍🍔 #veganfood #veganairfryer #airfryer #vegan♬ original sound – cameron

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There are many vegan ‘chicken’ products on the market, however, this air fryer TikTok recipe will blow your mind! Made with oyster mushrooms, and some flavorful spices, this is the crispiest vegan chicken recipe, and it’s a must-try!

• Chicken and Waffles
• Gluten-Free ‘Chicken’
• Fried ‘Chicken’

3. Corn Ribs

@tastemadeWe’re obsessed with the latest Corn Rib Trend! Would you try this? 🎥: @blkandvegan #vegan #airfryer #cornribs #recipe♬ original sound – mjb.illust

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We’re obsessed with the latest vegan corn trend! All you need to do is slice your corn from top to bottom, prepare a mixture of olive oil and spices, lather your corn ‘ribs’ with this homemade barbecue sauce, and air fry for 8-10 minutes at 400. Yes, it is that simple!

• Braised Seitan Short Ribs in Spicy Chili Sauce
• Balsamic BBQ Seitan and Tempeh Ribs
• Corn Salad

4. Chickpea “Chicken” Nuggets

@healthygirlkitchenYou won’t believe these are vegan 😲full recipe on my Instagram feed. #chickennuggets #healthyrecipe #airfryerrecipes #plantbased #easydinner♬ original sound – Danielle Keith

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These chickpea ‘chicken’ nuggets are seriously next level. If you love trying plant-based mock meat products, but want to try something less processed, then this recipe is for you! These nuggets are protein-packed, and cooking them in the air-fryer gives them a nice crunch without the added oil.

• Bean Nuggets
• Homemade Vegan Chicken Nuggets
• Chickpea Nuggets

5. Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes

@sweatininpink@tacobell did us all so dirty this year but dw I figured out the Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes recipes #vegan #airfryer #tacobell #SelfImprovement♬ It’s Tricky – RUN DMC

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These vegan cheesy potatoes are a homemade version of the taco bell fiesta potatoes. All you need to do is cut up your potatoes into small pieces, add some spices, and olive oil, and throw them into the air fryer for 15 minutes. You can top them off with vegan quest and sour cream, and voila!

• Creamy Scalloped Potatoes With Thyme
• Garlic Smashed Potatoes
• Crispy Potato Leek Rolls

6. The Crispiest Cauliflower

@blendedbybellTHE CRISPIEST CAULIFLOWER #superbowlfood #ThisorThatSBLV #foodie #fyp #tiktokrecipes #foodtiktok #vegan #airfryer #foryou♬ Booty Swing – Parov Stelar

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Have you ever wondered what the secret is to making the crispiest fried cauliflower? Hint, it’s the air fryer. All you need to do is prepare your wet and dry mixtures, and coat your cauliflower pieces into the wet mixture first, and then the dry one. Once evenly coated, pop them in the air fryer for 15 minutes. Cook for an extra 5 minutes for ultimate crispiness!

• Tahini-Roasted Cauliflower With Lemony Herb Oil
• Crispy and Sweet Sesame Cauliflower Bites
• Cauliflower Rice Pesto Sandwich

7. Vegan Crispy Chicken Strips

@plantpowertipsVegan Crispy Chicken Strips! #easyveganrecipes #veganchicken #airfryerrecipes #veganfriedchicken #veganfoodie @outstandingfoods♬ HOLIDAY – Lil Nas X

Source: @plantpowertips/TikTok

These vegan crispy chicken strips are unreal! Start by soaking some soy curls for 10 minutes. Then, add avocado oil, and the spices. Then add the crushed up vegan puffs and add them to your soy curl mixture. Air fry the soy curls for 10 minutes, and serve with some vegan ranch!

• Chicken Fingers
• Vegan Fried Chicken Tenders
• Crispy “Chicken” Tenders

8. Air Fryer Baked Apples

@nicoleosingadietitianWould you try #airfryer baked apples? #healthydessert #desserttiktok #airfryer #breakfastrecipes #vegetarian #fyp #dietitian #nutrition #veganrecipe♬ Cinnamon Bun – Prod by Rose

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If you’re looking for a new recipe to try in the air fryer, then you need to try these baked apples. They taste like a dessert, but they can also make a great breakfast or mid-day snack. They are warm and gooey on the inside, and crispy on the outside!

• Cinnamon Baked Apples
• Autumn Baked Apples
• The Perfect Apple Pie

9. Vegan Crab Rangoon

@callmebellyYou could also use normal cream cheese 🤷‍♂️#veganrecipes #easyrecipesathome #airfryerrecipes #crabrangoon #asianfood♬ She Share Story (for Vlog) – 山口夕依

Source: @callmebelly/TikTok

You need to try these super easy vegan ‘crab’ rangoons. You’re gonna need some flavored tofu, cream cheese, and rice paper. These are quick to make and you can make a big batch of them and throw the extra in the freezer for later!

• ‘Crab’ Rangoons
• Hearts of Palm ‘Crab’ Rangoon
• ‘Crab’ Cakes

10. Air Fryer Banana Split

@thewellnessbabeOk – you guys HAVE to try this 😍 #veganbreakfastrecipe #healthybreakfastideas #dessertforbreakfast #wieiadvegan #buzzfeedfood #airfryeradventures♬ Send Me on My Way – Vibe Street

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Once you try this air-fryer banana split, it will become your new favorite dessert! Start by slicing one banana the long way. Add some lemon juice to the banana and add some coconut sugar on top. Air fry at 400 for 6-8 minutes. Top with vegan yogurt, or ice cream, along with any other toppings of your choice!

• Breakfast Banana Split
• Banana Split
• Banana Pudding Brûlée

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