Cosori via Amazon
The 4.7-star-rated Cosori air fryer is a No. 1 Amazon bestseller — and incredibly popular with CBS Essentials readers, too. Right now, you can get one for under $80, which is a better price than we saw last year for the same model on Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.
Air fryers make a great addition to any kitchen during the summer. They cook food quickly and efficiently and won’t heat up your entire kitchen using the stove.
The best-selling Cosori Air Fryer has nine different cooking functions that prepare your food at the best temperature and time for maximum crispness and crunch. According to the brand, the 5-quart basket is the right size for making two chicken breasts or up to two pounds of French fries. The non-stick air fryer basket is removable and dishwasher safe. Top-rated air fryers heat up to 450ºF.
“I’ve used it several times to cook wings, fish, shrimp, and I’ve even cooked a New York Strip in it,” says one Amazon reviewer of this compact, space-saving Kosori Air Fryer. “The steak was cooked evenly to a perfect medium temperature, just the way I like it. It was juicy, slightly charred on the edges, tender and delicious.
“Cleaning is a breeze. No, seriously, you can’t get any better than this.”
Cosori 5-quart air fryer, $79 (down from $100)
Best Air Fryer Deals Before Amazon Prime Day 2023
We don’t know exactly when Amazon Prime Day 2023 Yes, but you don’t have to wait until summer to get something great in an air fryer. Take your family’s meals to the next level with these handy kitchen tools, on sale now
Dash Tasty-Crispy Mini Air Fryer
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If you want the convenience of air frying but don’t have the counter space for another kitchen appliance, check out the Dash Tasty-Crisp 2.6-Quart Air Fryer. It’s the perfect size for a family of one or two.
Dash Tasty-Crisp Mini Air Fryer, $50 (down from $60)
Philips Essential Airfryer Compact (4.3 Quart)
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Here is a good air fryer for people with small kitchens.
An updated and compact version of the original gadget introduced in 2010, this Philips Essential Airfryer grills, roasts, bakes, reheats and air fries — it’s ready to take on a host of air fryer recipes. It features a digital touchscreen with seven presets for simplified cooking. Measures 4.1 liters (over 4.3 quarts).
Philips Essential Airfryer Compact (4.3 quarts), $150 (regularly $180)
Ninja Foodie 12-in-1 Deluxe XL Air Fryer (8 Quart)
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One of Ninja Foodie’s highest-rated models on Amazon, this 4.8-star-rated, family-friendly 12-in-1, extra-large air fryer has an eight-quart pot that holds seven pounds of chicken or eight breasts.
It can pressure cook and slow cook, air fry and crisp, steam, slow cook, bake, sous vide, keep warm, sear, sauté, roast, broil, dehydrate and curd.
Ninja Foodie 12-in-1 Deluxe XL Air Fryer (8 quarts), $150 (regularly $250)
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Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 with Air Fryer Lid (8 Quart)
Instant Pot via Amazon
Duo Crisp is the Instant Pot Duo, but with air frying capabilities. It comes with a multi-level, air-fryer basket.
If you’re keeping count, the 11-in-1 Instant Pot Duo Crisp can do it all: air fry, pressure cook, slow cook, bake, broil, roast, steam, sauté, proof, sous-vide cook and heat.
Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 with Air Fryer Lid (8 quarts), $152 (down from $200)
Instant Pot Pro Crisp 11-in-1 (8 Quart)
Instant Pot via Amazon
The Instant Pot Pro Crisp comes with an air-fryer attachment. The 8 quart model can accommodate an entire chicken. Its frying temperature goes up to 400 degrees. You can use this Instant Pot to reheat French fries, experiment with a healthier version of fried chicken, and more.
Instant Pot Pro Crisp 11-in-1 (8 quarts), $192 (regularly $230)
Instant Pot Dual Pod Plus
Instant Pot via Amazon
Can’t decide between Keurig and Nespresso? Instant Pot makes a dual coffee and espresso maker, the 4.4-star-rated Instant Pot Dual Pod Plus.
This kitchen gadget is compatible with K-cup pods, Nespresso capsules and ground coffee when used with the included reusable pod. It allows you to brew up to 12 ounces of coffee and up to six ounces of espresso at a time.
Instant Pot Dual Pod Plus, $160 (regularly $175)
Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker
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The Keurig K-Elite coffee maker makes one cup of coffee at a time but has a 75-ounce reservoir so you can make cups of coffee for everyone in your family.
The device has a powerful brew button, an iced coffee setting and hot water on demand perfect for making tea and hot chocolate this fall.
Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker, $159 (regularly $189)
Nespresso Virtuo Plus
Nestle Nespresso via Amazon
This Nestlé coffee machine adapts its pressure, temperature and brewing time to make you the perfect cup of coffee and espresso.
On-sale Nespresso Vertuo Plus includes a complimentary starter set of Nespresso Vertuo capsules.
Nespresso Vertuo Plus, $149 (regularly $189)
Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker
Nicely via Amazon
This mini coffee device is a great option for small spaces. The five-inch wide Keurig coffee maker lets you make 12-ounce coffees, hot chocolate, tea and more.
It offers an energy efficient feature that automatically shuts off the coffee maker 90 seconds after brewing your cup.
Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker, $76 (regularly $100)
D’Longhi Espresso Machine
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If you’re shopping for an espresso maker, the 4.3-star-rated D’Longhi espresso machine produces shots of espresso with 15 bar pressure and includes a manual milk frother.
“I love it so much,” wrote an Amazon customer who bought the espresso machine. “It’s so easy to use and makes coffee so fast. It was affordable compared to most espresso makers and the quality is amazing.”
D’Longhi Espresso Machine, $170 (regularly $208)
Bodum Chambord is a French press coffee maker
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For coffee fans looking to transition to a more involved coffee brewing process, the French press is an easy, hands-on way to get more familiar with your morning brew.
Bodum Chambord French Press Coffee Maker, $32
Crock-Pot 7-Quart Manual Slow Cooker
Crock-Pot Store via Amazon
Do you serve your family meals buffet-style? This oval-shaped crock-pot has a warm setting that will keep your food warm as long as it’s plugged in. Plus, this 4.7-star-rated crock-pot can quickly cook up to seven pounds of food at a time. It’s also a great choice for a quick and easy summer meal.
Crock-Pot 7-Quart Manual Slow Cooker, $30 (regularly $50)
Chefman deep fryer with basket strainer
Chefman via Amazon
Feeding a crowd? This XL Chefman Deep Fryer has a 4.5-liter capacity.
This 4.4-star-rated kitchen gadget features a large fryer basket, temperature control, a timer, and a viewing window on the lid so you can easily see when your potato pancakes are done. The strainer basket is dishwasher-safe.
Chefman Deep Fryer with Basket Strainer, $70 (regularly $90)
Aucma Stand Mixer
Aucuma via Amazon
This wallet-friendly stand mixer can hold 6.5 quarts. It features six speeds and a pulse function. Aucma stand mixer comes with three mixing accessories: whisk, dough hook, mixing beater.
“Get over KitchenAid!” Commented by an Amazon customer who purchased an Aucma device. “This mixer is great! I’ve made everything from whipped cream to bread dough and it works great! The motor is powerful and it doesn’t lag at all, even with the toughest dough I throw into it. I even have a recipe where I cook on medium for 15 minutes. -Knead a dough at high speed, and it doesn’t back off or overheat.”
This kitchen gadget is available in 10 colors.
Aucma Stand Mixer, $120 after coupon (reduced from $157)
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