Can You Air Fry Pancakes?

Batter is too loose - it runs through the basket. Reheating cooked pancakes works fine.

Updated 9 September 2026

Not recommended

Batter is too loose - it runs through the basket. Reheating cooked pancakes works fine.

Batter is too loose - it runs through the basket. Reheating cooked pancakes works fine. Below is exactly how to do it and what to expect.

How to do it

  1. 1Cook pancakes in a pan. To reheat, air fry at 160°C / 320°F for 2-3 minutes. For pancake batter in an air fryer, use silicone moulds.

Tips for the best results

  • What to expect: Poured batter will drip through and bake onto the element. In moulds you get something closer to a small baked cake.

The verdict

Not recommended. Batter is too loose - it runs through the basket. Reheating cooked pancakes works fine. Poured batter will drip through and bake onto the element. In moulds you get something closer to a small baked cake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you air fry pancakes?+

Not recommended. Batter is too loose - it runs through the basket. Reheating cooked pancakes works fine.

What should I do instead?+

Cook pancakes in a pan. To reheat, air fry at 160°C / 320°F for 2-3 minutes. For pancake batter in an air fryer, use silicone moulds.

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