You should not make tea in an air fryer ❌. An air fryer uses dry, circulating hot air, not water, so it can’t safely brew tea and could damage the air fryer or cause a burn.
✅ Safe ways to make tea
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Stovetop kettle or pot (best and simple)
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Electric kettle
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Microwave (heat water first, then add tea)
☕ Microwave Tea (Safe Method)
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Fill a microwave-safe mug with water.
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Heat 1–2 minutes until hot (not boiling over).
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Add tea bag or loose tea (in a strainer).
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Steep 3–5 minutes, then remove tea bag.
⚠️ Why not the air fryer?
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No liquid heating function
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Risk of spills, smoke, or damage
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Not designed for boiling water
If you want, tell me what kind of tea (black, green, herbal), and I can tell you the best temperature and steep time for it