Sponge cake in an air fryer
Description
The bake comes together easily and quickly. If you have never managed to make a sponge cake in an air fryer before, be sure to take a look at this recipe. The sponge turns out fluffy and very tasty—you can use it for cakes or simply serve it with tea to treat your loved ones. Making a sponge cake in an air fryer is absolutely possible, and it is not difficult at all; I will explain everything in detail below. A delicious dessert from everyday ingredients for any occasion—add this recipe to your repertoire. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients according to the list. Separate the eggs into whites and yolks. The egg whites should be chilled.
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Step 2
In a deep bowl, combine the egg yolks and vanillin. Mix well.
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Step 3
Whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, gradually adding the sugar. If using a stand mixer, you can add all the sugar at once.
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Step 4
Gradually fold the beaten egg whites into the yolks. I added them in three batches.
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Step 5
Gently fold with a spatula or spoon from bottom to top — not with a mixer! Mix for no more than 2 minutes.
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Step 6
Then add the flour.
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Step 7
Using quick, gentle motions, stir until the lumps disappear.
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Step 8
Separately combine the milk and vegetable oil. Add a little sponge cake batter.
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Step 9
Mix until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
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Step 10
Add the resulting mixture to the dough and carefully mix one last time.
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Step 11
The ingredient amounts are for a 16 cm sponge cake. I use a pastry ring whose base I wrap tightly in foil. Grease the base with vegetable oil and dust with flour or semolina; do not grease the sides. Pour the batter into the mold and put it in the air fryer basket.
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Step 12
Mix the dough in circular motions using a wooden skewer.
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Step 13
Place an oven rack on top with a sheet of parchment paper secured underneath it; otherwise the hot-air stream will scorch the cake layer on the surface. Set the temperature to 180 degrees and bake for 10 minutes, then lower to 170 degrees and bake for another 30 minutes.
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Step 14
At this stage I tested the sponge cake for doneness with a wooden skewer; the centre was still slightly underdone. I set the temperature to 160°C and baked for another 25 minutes, covering it with parchment paper in the same way. Everyone’s oven is different, so the first time around it’s best to check at this stage too.
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Step 15
Carefully remove the sponge cake from the pan, turn it upside down, and place it on a rack until completely cool. This will help the sponge cake keep its shape.
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Step 16
The sponge cake in the air fryer is ready. You can turn it into a little cake or enjoy it plain. It turns out incredibly delicious.