12 Cozy Air Fryer Recipes Perfect for Fall Meals

Looking for quick, simple air fryer recipes for cooler weather? This beginner-friendly collection features flavorful weeknight dinners, easy sides, and seasonal snacks. Explore these 12 Fabulous Air Fryer Recipes for Fall and pick your new favorites.

Do you still love your air fryer as much as the day you brought it home? I do. Over time I’ve cooked everything from salmon and chicken strips to cinnamon rolls and asparagus. Like many cooks, my go-to recipes shift with the seasons.

Now that fall has arrived, I’m preparing more warm dinners and fewer salads. The air fryer makes it easy to embrace quick, hot meals without waiting for an oven to preheat. Some of these recipes have become so reliable I no longer need to check the instructions — they’re that dependable and delicious.

Autumn also has me craving gooey desserts, and you’ll find two of those on this list. While many dishes can be made in a conventional oven, the air fryer often cooks faster and crisps better, making it a great tool for busy weeknights and cozy weekends alike.

Why these recipes are great for Fall:

My air fryer gets year-round use, but these selections are especially well suited to fall for a few reasons:

• They highlight seasonal ingredients like apples, Brussels sprouts, and squash.
• Fall is busy with school, sports, and work, so quick and easy recipes make weeknights simpler.
• The air fryer excels at producing hot, crispy, comforting foods — perfect for chilly evenings.

My best tips for air fryer beginners:

I’ve been using an air fryer for years. Here are practical tips to help beginners get excellent results:

• Start simple — Practice with vegetables (potatoes are ideal) or frozen items like nuggets. It’s the quickest way to learn how your air fryer cooks while enjoying crispy results.
• Cook in a single layer — For best airflow and even crisping, avoid overcrowding the basket. Racks can be used for stacking, but single-layer cooking is most reliable.
• Avoid aerosol cooking sprays — Sprays with propellants can damage nonstick coatings. Use a high smoke-point oil (avocado, canola) in a refillable spray bottle or mister instead.
• Use oil sparingly — A light misting is usually enough to promote browning and crispness without excess fat.

Which air fryer do you recommend?

The model I use most often is the Cosori XL 5.8 qt Air Fryer. For cooking meals for two or more people, a larger-capacity air fryer like this one makes sense. I previously used a smaller Philips model with a metal grate basket and liked it, but the Cosori’s nonstick basket and size have been especially convenient. Several friends I recommended it to have been happy with theirs.

What other equipment do you recommend for air frying?

Along with the air fryer, I regularly rely on a few helpful accessories:

• Parchment paper liners — They’re cut to fit and often have holes to preserve airflow. I don’t use them for every recipe, but they’re handy for cheesy or sticky foods.
• Avocado oil spray — A light spray of a high smoke-point oil helps achieve even browning and crispness without excess oil.
• Silicone-head tongs — Tongs are ideal for handling food in the basket without scratching the nonstick surface. They’re useful for many cooking tasks beyond the air fryer.

With the right size air fryer and a couple of accessories, you’ll be ready to try all kinds of fall recipes. Now browse the list below and choose a new favorite — I’d love to hear which one you try!

12 Fabulous Air Fryer Recipes for Fall