How to soften an avocado immediately

We've all been there — dreaming about avocado toast while holding a stubbornly unripe avocado. Unfortunately, left to its natural process, an avocado can take days to ripen, often leaving you with a fruit that's either a little too hard or a little too mushy if you don't get the timing just right.

But fear not. There is a trick to speed up the process and get the creamy, spreadable texture you're craving. If you're short on time and you don't have a paper bag handy (a popular method), there are two household appliances that are about to save the day.

Who would have thought it, but your faithful oven is actually the secret weapon for ripening avocados fast.

How to ripen avocado in air fryer

Simply preheat your oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit, wrap your avocado tightly in aluminum foil (this step is crucial because it traps the heat and moisture, helping the fruit soften evenly), and place the foil-wrapped avocado on a baking sheet.

After letting the avocado heat for 10 or 15 minutes, gently squeeze it. If it gives slightly, it's ready to use in the perfe