AIR FRYER: 4 QUICK HOLIDAY RECIPES (EACH READY IN UNDER 20 MINUTES!)

During the holiday season, we all want a warm, fragrant, festive table without spending hours in the kitchen. For busy people juggling work, family obligations, and the holiday spirit, an Air Fryer becomes the most valuable ally.

Thanks to fast cooking, minimal oil use, and the ability to create crispy, perfectly baked dishes, the Air Fryer is ideal for holiday recipes that take very little time but deliver maximum delight. 🙂

Below are four innovative holiday recipes you can prepare in under 20 minutes. 🎄

1. Holiday Brie in puff pastry with cranberries

Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 mini Brie wheel
• 1 sheet of thinly rolled puff pastry
• 2 tbsp cranberry jam
• 1 tbsp honey
• A handful of chopped walnuts or almonds
• 1 egg
• Fresh cranberries for decoration (optional)

Preparation:

1. Spread the Brie with cranberry jam and honey. Add the chopped walnuts or almonds.
2. Wrap the Brie in the puff pastry.
3. Brush with beaten egg.
4. Air fry in the Tesla Air Fryer at 180°C (356°F) for 8–10 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Add a few cranberries on top before serving for an extra festive touch.

You’ll get a soft, creamy cheese wrapped in a golden crust—an appetizer that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did.

2. Air Fryer “Christmas chicken sticks” with parmesan

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• Chicken breast cut into strips
• 3 tbsp grated Parmesan
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp breadcrumbs
• Salt, pepper, garlic powder

Preparation:

1. Dip each chicken strip into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb–Parmesan mixture.
2. Place in the Air Fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil.
3. Air fry at 200°C (392°F) for 10–12 minutes.

You’ll get crispy, juicy chicken sticks that smell like the holidays. Serve with a yogurt–mustard dipping sauce.

3. Quick Air Fryer gingerbread cookies

Prep time: 12 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• A pinch of ginger
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 egg
• Whipped cream or sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients into a dough, then shape into small balls.
2. Arrange in the Tesla Air Fryer.
3. Bake at 170°C (338°F) for 8 minutes.

Soft, fragrant gingerbread cookies that instantly transport you into holiday mood!

4. Air Fryer festive banana–chocolate roll

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 puff pastry sheet
• 1 banana
• 3 pieces of dark chocolate
• Cinnamon
• Powdered sugar
• Optional: shredded coconut or crushed biscuit for topping

Preparation:

1. Place the banana on the pastry, then sprinkle with chopped chocolate and cinnamon.
2. Roll into a log and make a few shallow cuts on top.
3. Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 12–14 minutes.
4. Serve warm.
5. Optional: sprinkle with coconut or crushed biscuits.

This warm, aromatic roll with perfectly melted chocolate captures the very essence of the holiday season in every bite!