The Cuisinart digital toaster oven offers air fry functionality to help make fried foods like french fries, chicken wings, and more with less oil than traditional frying. The air fry settings use powerful ultra hot air and high speed convection to circulate hot air around food to create that crispy fried finish.
Cuisinart Air Fry Temperature Settings
The Cuisinart digital toaster oven has air fry temperature settings ranging from 300°F to 450°F. The lower temperatures around 300°F are best for cooking frozen foods like french fries or tater tots. The higher temperatures around 400-450°F are ideal for fresh hand cut fries, chicken wings, chicken tenders and more. Here are some common air fry temperature settings:
- 300°F – Frozen fries, tater tots, frozen snacks
- 350°F – Fresh fries, roasted vegetables
- 400°F – Chicken wings, chicken pieces
- 450°F – Fresh fries, fish
Cuisinart Air Fry Time Settings
In addition to temperature, the air fry time setting is important for getting perfectly crispy results. Air fry times range from around 15 minutes up to 30 minutes depending on the type and amount of food being cooked. The Cuisinart oven has time settings from 1 minute up 60 minutes maximum. Here are some estimated air fry time settings:
- Frozen fries – 15-20 minutes
- Fresh hand cut fries – 20-25 minutes
- Chicken wings – 18-22 minutes
- Chicken tenders/fingers – 15-20 minutes
- Fish fillets – 15-20 minutes
Of course air fry times can vary a lot depending on the amount of food and thickness, so these are rough estimates. It’s always best to start checking a few minutes before the minimum time and continue cooking if needed.
Cuisinart Air Fry Setting Tips
Here are some tips for getting the best results when using the Cuisinart air fry settings:
- Use a little oil – A light coating of oil helps promote browning and crispness
- Don’t overcrowd – Leave space between food pieces for air circulation
- Toss/flip halfway – Rotate or shake food about halfway through cooking
- Brush/toss with sauce at end – Brush sauces on in last 5 minutes only
- Check early – Always check for doneness a few minutes before time is up
Cuisinart Air Fry Cooking Chart
Refer to this air fry cooking chart for temperature and time guidelines when using your Cuisinart digital toaster oven:
| Food | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Frozen fries | 300°F | 15-20 minutes |
| Fresh fries | 400°F | 20-25 minutes |
| Chicken wings | 400°F | 18-22 minutes |
| Chicken tenders | 400°F | 15-20 minutes |
| Fish fillets | 400°F | 15-20 minutes |
Conclusion
The Cuisinart digital toaster oven provides a range of air fry temperature settings from 300-450°F and time settings up to 60 minutes. Refer to the air fry chart for guidelines on cooking various foods. Keep in mind that cooking times can vary depending on amount and thickness. With some trial and error, you’ll find the perfect air fry temperature and time combinations to make deliciously crispy fried favorites in your Cuisinart toaster oven.