What if cooking felt less like a rulebook and more like playtime? With Godrej Yummiez and an air fryer, the kitchen turns into a safe, fun zone where kids can sprinkle, mix, scoop and watch their snacks come to life — no flames, no sharp tools, no stress.

Designed with safety and ease in mind, modern air fryers make this independence possible. Take for instance, Healthifry from Pigeon, which is designed with simplicity and predictability at the core. The digital display and clearly marked touch controls make it easy for older children and teens to understand cooking settings without guesswork. “Pre-set menus eliminate the need to manually adjust time and temperature, reducing the chances of error. Additionally, the enclosed cooking chamber ensures that hot air stays contained, making the cooking process safer compared to open-flame or stovetop cooking,” says Amitabh Bhatia, Head of Brand & Marketing, Stovekraft Ltd. (Pigeon/Gilma/Black+Decker).

Simple, low-prep recipes work best for beginners. Options like air-fried vegetable nuggets, paneer pops, French fries or even corn cheese balls, with minimal oil are ideal. “By reducing dependence on deep-frying and encouraging home cooking, air fryers naturally support better eating habits. When children are involved in cooking, they are also more likely to try new ingredients and develop a positive relationship with food,” he adds.

From cheesy bites to warm, comforting treats, these easy air-fryer recipes let children take charge, build confidence and proudly say, “I made this myself.”

Crispy Paneer Pops (with Godrej Yummiez Paneer Pops)

How to air-fry:

Preheat the air fryer to 180°C

Place Godrej Yummiez Paneer Pops in a single layer

Lightly brush or spray with oil

Air fry for 8–10 minutes, with an adult flipping once using tongs

Cook until the paneer pops turn lightly crisp on the outside and soft inside

Kids’ task: shaping and placing nuggets

Adults’ task: flipping and removing from the hot basket

Cheesy Paneer Pop Sliders

How to air-fry:

Air fry Godrej Yummiez Paneer Pops at 180°C for 8 minutes

Place cooked pops inside small buns with cheese slice

Return sliders to air fryer for 2 minutes to melt cheese

Kids’ task: Place a cheese slice inside the bun and add the cooked Godrej Yummiez Paneer Pop into the bun

Adults’ task: Preheat and operate the air fryer

Corn Nacho Scoops

How to air-fry:

Fill nacho chips or bread cups with corn and cheese, air fry at 170°C for 5-6 minutes.

Kids’ task: Fill scoops and sprinkle cheese.

Adults’ task: Air fry and take out once cheese melts.

Tried these recipes at home? Share your playful cooking moments in the comments below.