299°F converts to Gas Mark 2 in UK ovens and air fryers. This moderate temperature is ideal for slow baking, roasting vegetables, or cooking delicate dishes that require gentle heat. Whether you're using a traditional oven or modern air fryer, understanding this conversion ensures your recipes turn out perfectly every time.
The Gas Mark system is uniquely British, with temperatures ranging from Gas Mark ¼ (107°C) to Gas Mark 9 (246°C). At 299°F (148°C), Gas Mark 2 provides enough heat for thorough cooking without risking burning or drying out your food. Many air fryer recipes at airfryerrecipe.co.uk use this temperature for dishes like stuffed mushrooms or baked apples.
When converting 299 degrees Fahrenheit to Gas Mark, remember that air fryers cook faster than conventional ovens. You may need to reduce cooking times by 20% when using this temperature in your air fryer. Check out our air fryer conversion chart for more precise timing adjustments across different models and brands.
Gas Mark 2 (299°F) works beautifully for recipes requiring gentle, even heat. This includes slow-roasting cherry tomatoes to intensify their flavour, baking delicate fish like cod from our cod recipe category, or proofing dough for air fryer bread. The moderate temperature prevents burning while ensuring thorough cooking.
For frozen foods like chicken nuggets or potato waffles, starting at 299 F to Gas Mark 2 helps thaw them evenly before crisping at higher heat. This two-stage cooking method prevents the common problem of burnt outsides with frozen centres. Our frozen foods collection features several recipes using this technique.
At Gas Mark 2 (299°F), most air fryer dishes will need 25-40 minutes cooking time. Denser foods like potatoes or root vegetables may require the full 40 minutes, while thinner cuts of meat or fish often cook in 25-30 minutes. Always check food at the minimum suggested time to prevent overcooking.
While 299 F equals Gas Mark 2 in conventional ovens, air fryers circulate heat more efficiently. This means you might achieve similar results at slightly lower temperatures or shorter times. For example, cookies that need 15 minutes at Gas Mark 2 in an oven might be perfect after 12 minutes in an air fryer at the same 299 F setting.
The compact size of air fryers also affects how 299 F (Gas Mark 2) performs. With less space to heat, preheating happens faster - usually in just 3-5 minutes compared to 10-15 minutes for ovens. This makes air fryers more energy-efficient for recipes requiring this temperature range.
When baking cakes or breads at 299 F to Gas Mark 2 in your air fryer, use oven-safe containers and avoid overfilling the basket. The circulating air needs space to move around the food for even cooking. For best results, rotate pans halfway through cooking and check for doneness 5-10 minutes before the recipe suggests.
Converting 299 degrees Fahrenheit to Gas Mark becomes second nature with practice. Keep a conversion chart like the one at airfryerrecipe.co.uk handy until you're comfortable with the equivalents. Many modern air fryers display both Fahrenheit and Gas Mark settings, eliminating guesswork.
Remember that 299 F to Gas Mark conversions may vary slightly between manufacturers. Some ovens round Gas Mark 2 to 150°C (302°F), close enough for most recipes. When precision matters, like with tempering chocolate or proofing yeast, use an oven thermometer to verify your appliance's actual temperature.
