Air Fryer Apple Cake
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 1 h 25 min
- Serving: 6
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Hey, if you’re into Italian desserts, this air fryer apple cake is going to blow your mind. It’s one of those treats that, in many Italian homes, is a go-to when apples are everywhere. Seriously good stuff. And using an air fryer? Makes it so, so easy and quick, honestly. Picking the right apples is key—sweet and juicy ones give it a super cozy vibe. You know, up in Northern Italy, folks sometimes add a dash of cinnamon or even lemon zest. And look, some even toss in chopped nuts or chocolate chips for a bit of flair. Yum.
The air fryer really makes sure your cake comes out perfectly moist inside with a golden and slightly crisp top—just like it should be, right?
Over in Lombardy and Tuscany, everyone seems to have their own twist on this easy apple cake recipe. Thing is, it’s all about simplicity and letting the apples shine. The air fryer not only cuts down on baking time, but also means you don’t have to heat up a big oven. Pretty great if you’re just making something for a small group or craving a fresh mid-week treat. Honestly, one of the best parts about this quick apple dessert is how flexible it is. You can really play around with different ingredients like dried fruit or a hint of vanilla. And so each version is unique. For real, some folks even say it’s among the best air fryer dessert recipes because it stays moist and rises beautifully.
With just a few pantry staples and a couple of apples, you can whip up a treat that’s perfect any time. Seriously. It’s not just a simple twist on a classic; it’s a smart way to bring traditional Italian flavors to your table, fast, and with minimal hassle. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe offers a tasty taste of Italy with modern convenience. No question.
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INGREDIENTS
- for an 8-inch (20 cm) pan
- Golden delicious apples 1.1 lbs (480 g) - (to be cleaned)
- Type 00 flour 2 cups (250 g)
- Sugar 0.7 cup (120 g)
- Eggs 3.9 oz (110 g) - about 2 medium
- Butter 7 tbsp (100 g)
- Whole milk ½ cup (100 g)
- Baking powder 4 tsp (16 g)
- Lemon juice 4 tsp (20 g)
- Lemon peel 1
- Fine salt to taste
- For the topping
- Sugar 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)
- Powdered sugar 4 tsp (10 g)
How to prepare Air Fryer Apple Cake
To prepare the air fryer apple cake, first peel the apples 1, then cut half into 5/8-inch (1.5 cm) cubes 2 and half into slices about 3/8-inch (1 cm) thick 3.
Place the apple cubes and slices in separate bowls, squeeze the lemon juice and set aside 4. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, add the eggs, the sugar 5 and the grated lemon zest 6.
Add the slightly cooled melted butter first 7, then the milk 8, whisking well to combine. Fold in the sifted flour 9.
Also add the sifted baking powder 10. Finally, fold in the apple cubes 11 and mix carefully with a spatula 12.
Transfer the batter into a greased 8-inch (20 cm) pan lined with parchment paper and level it well 13. Arrange the apple slices on top 14 and sprinkle with sugar 15.
Place it in the air fryer basket (we used a 6.5-liter (≈6.9 qt) air fryer) 16 and cook at 311°F (155°C) for 40 minutes, covering it with a sheet of aluminum foil after the first 10 minutes 17. After 40 minutes, lower the temperature to 302°F (150°C) and continue cooking for another 10 minutes. At this point lower to 284°F (140°C) and cook for another 20 minutes. Finally, lower the temperature to 275°F (135°C) and leave to cook for another 15 minutes. We recommend always performing the toothpick test to be sure. Once baked, let your air fryer apple cake cool 18 before dusting it with powdered sugar!