Air fryer accessory sales are booming in France as oil-free fryers remain the most sold kitchen appliance across the country, French television network TF1 reported.
Cookbooks and specialized cooking tools are filling store shelves and household cupboards as manufacturers move to commercialize products designed for the popular countertop devices.
According to a news report broadcast by TF1 on August 17, 2026, an entire commercial ecosystem has developed around the appliance. The market now features a wide array of items, from silicone moulds to custom-made utensils, created specifically to fit inside cooking baskets.
Faced with growing consumer enthusiasm, manufacturers are increasing their creative efforts to sell these extra accessories, positioning them as essential additions to the primary unit.
Booming market for cooking accessories
The report was produced by the TF1info video news desk and aired during the network's weekday 8pm news program, JT 20h Semaine. It highlighted how the rapid growth of oil-free fryer sales in France has transformed retail displays, with publishers releasing numerous specialized recipe books tailored to air fryer cooking.
Air fryers function as compact convection ovens, using high-speed internal fans to circulate hot air around food. The technology allows users to bake, roast, and fry dishes rapidly using little to no cooking oil, making the appliance a popular alternative to traditional deep fryers and full-sized ovens.
Retail trends and broadcast context
Silicone moulds and custom metal racks are designed to withstand high temperatures while matching the precise dimensions of air fryer baskets. These items aim to simplify food removal and basket cleaning, addressing key practical aspects of countertop cooking.
TF1 is France's leading free-to-air private television channel, and its evening news broadcast, Le 20h, is one of the most widely watched television news programs in Europe. The network regularly features consumer economy segments examining household purchasing habits and retail trends across France.
As oil-free fryers maintain their position as the top-selling small domestic appliance in France, the market for complementary utensils and dedicated literature continues to expand across major retail channels.
