Why Make This Recipe
Have you ever wanted to impress your family or friends with a delicious cake without turning your kitchen into a bakery disaster zone? Air fryers can do wonders, and making cakes in one is just a game-changer! 🎉 You can whip up a beautiful, moist cake in no time, and the best part? It saves you from heating up your entire oven, especially during those hot summer months. Who needs extra heat when you can bake easily?
How to Make Cakes from the Air Fryer: Baking Simple and Delicious!
So, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of baking cakes in your air fryer. You won’t need to be a master chef; just follow these steps, and you’ll impress even yourself! 🍰
Ingredients:
- Weizenmehl: 250g
- Zucker: 200g
- Eier: 3
- Milch: 100ml
- Butter: 100g (geschmolzen)
- Backpulver: 1 Päckchen
- Vanilleextrakt: 1 TL
Directions:
Vorbereitung des Airfryers: Preheat your air fryer to 160 °C and prepare your cake pan. This step is crucial so that you don’t end up with a gooey mess!
Teig herstellen: In a bowl, mix Weizenmehl, Zucker, and Backpulver together. In another bowl, whisk together Eier, Milch, melted Butter, and Vanilleextrakt.
Zutaten kombinieren: Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry mix and stir until you have a smooth batter. No lumps allowed!
Backen: Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes. Keep an eye on it; if it starts smelling too good, it may be ready!
Abkühlen lassen: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before flipping it onto a cooling rack.
Servieren: Dust some powdered sugar on top and decorate as you like! Who said you can’t make it look pretty? 😍
How to Serve Cakes from the Air Fryer: Baking Simple and Delicious!
Serve your cake warm with a hot cup of coffee or tea. You can also jazz it up with some whipped cream or fresh fruits. Don’t forget to take a pic for Instagram because who doesn’t love a good food photo? 📸 Trust me, your followers will thank you!
How to Store Cakes from the Air Fryer: Baking Simple and Delicious!
If you happen to have leftover cake (which is rare), you can store it in an airtight container. It usually lasts about 3-5 days at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze the cake slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap; they can last up to 3 months. Just thaw and enjoy whenever you’re craving something sweet!
Tips to Make Cakes from the Air Fryer: Baking Simple and Delicious!
- Preheat your air fryer: Skipping this step can lead to uneven baking. Also, patience is a virtue, my friend!
- Experiment with flavors: Add ingredients like cocoa powder, nuts, or dried fruit to switch things up. Variety is the spice of life!
- Check for doneness: Use a toothpick; if it comes out clean, your cake is good to go!
Variation
Feeling adventurous? Try making a chocolate version by replacing some of the flour with cocoa powder. Or how about adding some lemon zest for a zesty twist? The possibilities are endless!
FAQs
Can I use other types of flour for this recipe?
Absolutely! You can try almond flour or even gluten-free flour, but the texture may vary. Just keep experimenting!
How do I know if my cake is done baking?
Use a toothpick or a skewer in the center. If it comes out clean, you’ve nailed it! If not, pop it back in for a few more minutes.
Can I make this cake without eggs?
Yes, you can use egg substitutes like applesauce or flaxseed meal mixed with water. Just remember, the texture might differ slightly.
Now go ahead and get baking in that air fryer! 🎂 You’ll be amazed at how simple it is to create cakes that taste just as good as they look! Happy baking!
Air Fryer Cake
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 250 g Weizenmehl All-purpose flour
- 200 g Zucker Granulated sugar
- 1 pack Backpulver Baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 3 Eier Eggs
- 100 ml Milch Milk
- 100 g Butter Melted butter
- 1 tsp Vanilleextrakt Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 160 °C and prepare your cake pan.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a bowl, mix Weizenmehl, Zucker, and Backpulver together.
- In another bowl, whisk together Eier, Milch, melted Butter, and Vanilleextrakt.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry mix and stir until you have a smooth batter.
Baking
- Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- Check for doneness; if it smells too good, it may be ready.
Cooling and Serving
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before flipping it onto a cooling rack.
- Dust some powdered sugar on top and decorate as desired.
Notes
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