Can you use parchment paper in the air fryer? Check this first
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Can you use parchment paper in your air fryer? Check the manufacturer's instructions, preheating, and dimensions. With up-to-date examples and an explanation of the airflow.
Only use baking paper in an air fryer if the instructions for your appliance and the paper allow it. A suitable size or the word “air fryer” on the packaging is not a universal permission. Never place loose paper in an empty air fryer while preheating.
Why the manual comes first
Appliances differ in basket design, airflow and heating element position. Philips advises against using baking paper and aluminium foil for the models listed on the support page. The manufacturer cites restricted air circulation and the risk of loose paper being drawn into the element and burning during preheating when the basket is empty. This is manufacturer advice specific to certain models; check your own model.
If your manual states that paper is not recommended, do not use the product description of an accessory as a reason to deviate from this. Look for an approved accessory or use the basket as the manufacturer instructs.
A four-step check
- Find the model number. Look for the corresponding manual or official support.
- Check for permission. See whether paper is permitted and what placement or restrictions are mentioned.
- Read the paper packaging. Check the application, temperature and terms of use for that version.
- Check the fit. Measure the area where the paper is permitted to lie according to the instructions.
If permission or a required product specification is missing, do not choose the paper for that appliance. You cannot automatically apply oven instructions to an air fryer.
Preheating: no loose sheet
Loose paper can be moved by the airflow. A perforated sheet is not an exception to the instructions for your model. Cooking food on the paper does not automatically make its use permitted either; this is only an option if the manufacturer permits paper and explains how to use it.
Do not use your own solution with extra layers, folded edges or fasteners to keep the paper in place. Follow the specified placement and do not let it come into contact with the heating element.
Which size should you measure?
Measure the usable internal dimensions of the basket at the permitted location. Check the length, width, shape and any raised edge. The appliance's capacity in litres and terms such as XL or dual basket do not provide enough information about the actual fit.
| Example from the range | Listed size | What still needs to be checked? |
|---|---|---|
| Hauskraft square sheets | 20 × 20 cm | Actual size, paper instructions and appliance permission. |
| Rectangular baking paper, 200 pieces | 22 × 14 cm | The shape of your basket and the instructions; “dual basket” is not a universal model match. |
These are product descriptions, not measurements taken by us. The available product data does not confirm a general maximum operating temperature for all paper versions. Therefore, we do not provide a universal temperature limit here.
Compare air fryer baking paper sizes
Only use baking paper if your air fryer and the packaging allow it. Then compare the shape and size.
Kinvara
Square air fryer baking paper
50 Kinvara sheets, with a stated size of 22 × 21.5 cm.
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Rectangular air fryer baking paper
Pack of 200 sheets, with a stated size of 22 × 14 cm.
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Kinvara
Baking paper air fryer liners
50 rectangular Kinvara liners with raised edges, 26 × 18.5 × 4 cm.
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Holes and airflow
An air fryer uses hot air. An insert can change the airflow. Holes in paper do not in themselves prove safe use or the same cooking results as without paper. Always check the appliance instructions first, and then the recipe and permitted load. Do not use the cooking time of another appliance as a test result.
Cleaning and alternatives
Paper can catch some residue, but does not replace cleaning the basket and appliance. Follow the cleaning instructions and do not use paper as a handle for hot food.
A reusable mould is a different accessory and has its own requirements for size, temperature and suitability. Read the review of silicone baking moulds and view the air fryer accessories. The fact that silicone is reusable does not make every version suitable for every appliance.
Frequently asked questions
Can perforated baking paper always be used?
No. Holes do not replace the manufacturer's permission and placement instructions.
Is it safe if food is on it?
That is not a general guarantee. First check whether your appliance permits its use.
Can I use paper because it is the right size?
Fit is one check. Permission, temperature and placement are separate conditions.
Compare both options in the guide to choosing between baking paper and a silicone air fryer mould.