The air fryer isn't just great for cooking meat, fish, and vegetables—it's also perfect for making amazing desserts. If you thought an air fryer was only for healthier fries, you'll be surprised at how many tasty and light treats you can create with this innovative cooking method.
What’s great about using the air fryer for desserts? It’s super fast, no need to preheat the oven, and you can cut down on fats without sacrificing flavor!
In this article, we'll explore how to make the most of G3 Ferrari's Friggisano 2.0 air fryer to prepare a variety of desserts. From cakes to cookies to unique little treats, you’ll see just how easy it is to achieve perfect results in no time.
An air fryer works like a convection oven, but the air circulates much faster, allowing for quicker cooking. That’s why it’s important to keep a few things in mind when baking your desserts. Here are some tips for your first attempts.
Desserts in the air fryer tend to cook faster than in a traditional oven. Typically, cooking times range from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the type and thickness of the dessert. The Friggisano 2.0 has a preset program for baking desserts, but since each recipe is different, we recommend always checking doneness with the toothpick test: if it comes out clean, your dessert is ready.
Choose steel or non-stick molds designed for air fryers, or use special parchment paper molds made for air fryers. Make sure the molds are the right size to fit the fryer basket, and lightly grease them or line them with parchment paper to make it easier to remove the dessert once it’s cooked.
The air fryer allows you to reduce the amount of fat compared to traditional recipes. You can cut down on butter or oil and replace them with yogurt or mashed fruit (like banana) for a lighter dessert. If the recipe calls for eggs, whip them until stiff to give the batter extra softness and volume.
Since each air fryer may have different power and cooking characteristics, it’s a good idea to closely monitor the process during your first attempts. Opening the basket occasionally to check won’t negatively affect the result. However, with the Friggisano 2.0, this isn’t an issue because it comes with a handy window and internal light.
The air fryer allows you to make a wide variety of desserts, from muffins to donuts, cookies to tarts. Don’t be afraid to experiment with ingredients like whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, or nuts, which can add a unique touch to your creations. By retaining moisture in the batter, the air fryer also helps make desserts softer when using special or gluten-free flours, making it perfect for special diets.
Now it’s time to discover some delicious recipes created just for you by our blogger Papilla Monella. With her passion for culinary experimentation and experience, she has become a true “air fryer wizard.” With the help of the Friggisano 2.0, she has crafted a wide range of mouth-watering sweet recipes.
Watch the video recipe to make this super soft chocolate cake without milk or eggs: light but incredibly tasty, with its soft chocolate center.
Ingredients:
Method:
In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and sugar using a whisk. In a separate bowl, pour the water, orange juice, and vegetable oil, then add a pinch of salt. Stir the liquid ingredients well.
Meanwhile, melt the chocolate using a double boiler: fill a saucepan with a bit of water and place a smaller bowl inside it containing the chopped chocolate. Melt it over low heat, stirring until the chocolate is completely melted (about five minutes). Let it cool slightly.
Now combine the liquid ingredients with the flour mixture and stir with a spoon. Finally, add the melted chocolate and mix everything well.
Pour the batter into a springform pan lined with parchment paper. Cook in the air fryer at 170°C for about 30 minutes.
Watch Papilla Monella’s video recipe for almond cookies to make these delicious, crispy lemon-flavored treats, perfect for breakfast or tea time. A true delight!
Ingredients for 25 cookies:
Method:
Chop the almonds using the G3 Ferrari Samurai at speed 2 for 2 minutes, until finely ground. Transfer the ground almonds to a bowl and add the sugar and grated lemon zest. Mix well, then incorporate the eggs, lemon juice, and sifted flour. Continue stirring with a spoon until the mixture is smooth. At this point, add the powdered sugar and baking powder, mixing until you get a thick and compact dough.
Scoop small portions of dough with a spoon and, with slightly damp hands, form them into balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar and decorate each cookie with a whole almond, gently pressing to slightly flatten the surface.
Cook the cookies in the air fryer at 170°C for about 10 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
To finish off, we present the video recipe for apple mini cakes, a real treat to enjoy as a dessert or as a healthy school snack. These delicious cakes made with organic apples and flavored with cinnamon bring a festive holiday atmosphere to the table.
Ingredients for 4 mini cakes:
Method:
In a bowl, whisk the egg and cane sugar using a hand whisk until the mixture is light and frothy. Add the kefir, vegetable oil, and cinnamon, continuing to mix until smooth and well combined. At this point, fold in the sifted flour and baking soda, mixing well to remove any lumps.
Next, prepare the apples: wash them and slice them thinly. Grease small round molds and pour in the batter, being careful not to fill them to the top. Decorate each mini cake with 4-5 apple slices arranged in a fan shape in the center.
Cook in the air fryer at 170°C for about 15 minutes. Once done, dust with powdered sugar and serve the mini cakes while still warm.
Here’s a list of delicious desserts you can make with the Friggisano 2.0. Watch the videos and get baking!