Silicone moulds for air fryers are used to cook foods that can't go straight into the basket: eggs, batters, soft breaded items or recipes with a bit of sauce. They also protect the nonstick coating and make cleaning easier.

• Eggs and small omelettes. With the mould lightly greased, as in the air fryer breakfasts.
• Individual muffins and cakes.
• Keeping sticky or sugary foods from sticking.

1. Material. Check that it's food-grade silicone suitable for the air fryer's temperature.
2. Size. It should leave space around it so the air can circulate.
3. Stability. If it's flexible and empty, it can move with the fan; it's best to have some weight in it.
4. Cleaning. Quality silicone is usually dishwasher-safe, but confirm with the manufacturer.

Also look at air fryer liners as an alternative and the cleaning guide.

• Filling them too much. Batters rise and can touch the heating element.
• Not holding them down. A lightweight mould moves with the fan.
• Forgetting to grease them. Although silicone is nonstick, a touch of oil helps.

Yes, if the silicone is food-grade and suitable for the appliance's temperature. Check the mould manufacturer's instructions.

Measure the inside of your basket and leave space around it so the air can circulate.

No. Preheat the appliance and put the mould with the batter in just before cooking.

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