Debate: Is the $30 silicone air fryer liner worth it or a waste?

I bought a pack of silicone liners off Amazon for about $30 last month. On one hand, they make cleanup way faster because nothing sticks and I don't have to scrub the basket. But on the other hand, I feel like my fries come out less crispy compared to when I put them straight in the basket without the liner. The air flow seems blocked or something, your mileage may vary. Has anyone else noticed a texture difference with liners, or am I just imagining it? Which side do you land on, convenience or crispiness?

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ivan8733mo ago

My buddy tried those and said his wings came out soggy.

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lily5113mo ago

Used to swear by the baking powder trick myself, actually. Tried a batch with a bit of cornstarch in the mix last month and they came out way crispier, even after sitting for a few minutes. My buddy said the same thing about his first try, but swapping the baking powder for a tiny amount of baking soda and some salt helped a ton. Most of it comes down to how dry you get the skin before coating them, I found.

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