How To Make A Cake Using Air Fryer

Yes, you can bake in the Air Fryer and you can bake this delicious cake in an Air Fryer as well. Especially when you are looking for a small cake this is for you. Done in no time.

You might be surprised and think that an Air Fryer is a healthier deep fryer substitute which it is but you can also use it to bake, like this lemon cake.

In that respect, an Air Fryer is more an oven substitute than a deep fryer substitute and also way easier to clean than an oven.

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As we do not need to worry about any splattering when baking a cake and the cake pan doesn’t fit in the roasting pan we use the regular Air Fryer basket.

Add the eggs and beat them into the butter one by one. Add the second egg when the first egg is incorporated into the mix.

Then you can add the cake flour, baking powder, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. I put the flour through a mesh strainer while I add it to the bowl.

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Take some soft butter to butter the cake pan. Cut a circle from parchment paper and put it in the cake pan.

Pour the batter into the cake pan and use a spatula to smooth the surface. Put the cake pan in the fryer basket and put the basket into the Air Fryer.

Take a bamboo skewer or toothpick and insert it into the center of the cake. When the bamboo skewer comes out clean your cake is done.

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Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes so the cake will shrink and release easier. Turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool.

This makes it easier to slice. When sliced store it straight away. Do not leave it uncovered as the cake will dry out very fast

A lemon cake can last from a couple of days up to a couple of months. It all depends on the storage method:

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Just like with a stew a cake tastes better the next day because the flavors had time to distribute evenly inside the cake.

This also applies to a lemon cake or pound cake as the flavors and moisture of the butter have time to distribute through the cake.

It can also be a combination of both. So, either increase the cooking time by 5 minutes and you can also increase the temperature.

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This also applies to Air Fryers. So, it is always a good idea to experiment and test to see how hot your oven or in this case Air Fryer gets.

You can use this oven thermometer to check the temperature in your Air Fryer. Set it inside the Air Fryer and cover it with a rack to secure it.

Check the temperature after 5 minutes to see what the temperature inside the Air Fryer is and if it corresponds with the temperature on your Air Fryer.

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We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases without additional cost to you.If there’s one appliance you must have in your kitchen, it’s the Air fryer. Use it to fry foods, heat up leftovers, and even bake a cake! This easy, light vanilla cake is made in the Airfryer instead of the oven, which means it’s less likely to burn.

What makes the Airfryer different is its small size. Because it’s much smaller than an oven, it heats up very quickly, which means you can bake a cake in less time than with a traditional oven. The flavor of this Airfryer Cake is that of delicate vanilla, while the texture of the crumb is moist, tender, soft, and fluffy.

Don’t wait any longer! Grab the flour, sugar, eggs, and other cake ingredients and get baking. It might just become your new favorite recipe.

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Air fryers are much smaller than traditional ovens. Because of this, it heats up very quickly, which means you can bake a cake in less time than with a traditional oven.

If you’re using a larger Air fryer like an XXL, or 5.5 L, you can use an 8-inch round pan. Increase the baking time by 10 minutes, but keep an eye on the cake so you don’t overcook it.

Whisk the dry ingredients (except the sugar) in a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until foamy. Add the dry ingredients to the mixture and whisk again. Finally, add the milk, vanilla extract, salt, butter, and whisk again

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Pour the batter into a parchment-lined cake pan. If you don’t have a cake pan, you can use a silicon mold or any other oven-safe container.

Air fryers differ in how well they bake cakes. While the time-temperature combination for this recipe is suggested as 40 minutes at 375°F/180°C, you can start checking the cake for doneness at around 35 minutes.

Store the cake in a cake tin, or another airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Gradually add the flour mixture to the eggs and mix. Add milk to the mixture and continue to mix, then add vanilla extract, 1g of salt, and mix. Add the melted, cooled butter and mix for a final time.Make this Air Fryer Cake Recipe and you will be rewarded with a lovely soft and fluffy sponge cake. Grab your bowl and ingredients and let me show you how to bake a cake in your air fryer!

I am currently having a bit of a love affair with my Air Fryer. I do think my slow cooker is a bit jealous 😉 I have been using the Air Fryer to make quick lunches and even roast dinners and now I am fully into air fryer baking!

Ok, truth time. I was a little dubious about baking cake in my air fryer but I am absolutely THRILLED with the results!

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So much so that baked a lemon and a vanilla cake on the same day and both came out soft and light with just the perfect crumb. I think you too will be wowed with how versatile your air fryer is.

You can use a box cake mix but I am a firm believer that homemade is always best. And trust me when I say this air fryer cake recipe is just as easy and quick to prepare.

You will need a cake pan that fits comfortably inside your air fryer. I have the Cosori 5.8Qt which can fit an 8 inch cake pan. If you own a smaller air fryer you may need to use a 6 or 7 inch cake pan –HOWEVER if you do the timing will have to be tweaked.

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This recipe makes a proper sized cake that easily serves 12. It can be sliced in half and filled with your choice of buttercream or frosting. But it is so moist and delicious that it tastes amazing simply dusted with a little icing sugar.

Full measurements and instructions can be found on theprintable recipe cardat the bottom of the page. Please take a look at the steps and video before attempting this recipe!

Preheat the Air Fryer at 160°C (320°F) while you prepare the batter. Mist an 8 inch deep cake pan with cake release and line the bottom with baking paper. (Please check the recipe card notes if using a smaller cake pan).

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Measure the flour and sugar into a mixing bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Stir to combine.

Add the butter, eggs, milk and vanilla. Beat together using an electric hand mixer or your stand mixer, using a spatula to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl as needed. Mix until the batter is smooth, about a minute.

Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan and level. Place the pan into your air fryer and cook for 30 minutes at 160°C (320°F). Lower the temperature to 150°C (300°F) and continue to cook for a further 10 minutes.

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Check for doneness – insert a skewer or toothpick in the centre of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If the skewer comes out wet or with moist crumbs continue to cook for a further 5 minutes.

Take the cake out of the air fryer using oven mitts. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan then invert onto a cooling rack.

My air fryer comes with a baking option which is set to 150°C (300°F) for 30 minutes. I think that would be sufficient for a smaller cake but for this recipe you will need to cook for longer.

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Air fryer baking times and even temperatures can vary with each brand. It is best to bake on a lower heat setting to allow the cake to rise evenly and avoid burning on top.

Check the cake is baked by visually checking (is the cake springy to the touch, does it pass the toothpick test?). If the cake is still a