Air Fryer Baked Ricotta

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This is the opportunity to discover the almost trivial procedure to obtain a delicious baked ricotta using a practical air fryer. The advantage? You avoid having to preheat the oven and drastically extend the time needed to make it.

Great as a side dish or pairing with vegetables like spinach, or to accompany red, white meats, or fish.

Let’s not wait any longer, and let’s get to work to bring an irresistible baked ricotta to the table!

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  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very cheap
  • Preparation time: 25 Minutes
  • Portions: 2People
  • Cooking methods: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons

Ingredients

For the Air Fryer Baked Ricotta

  • 17.6 oz fresh sheep ricotta
  • to taste extra virgin olive oil

Tools

  • Parchment paper
  • Air Fryer

Steps

To make the Air Fryer Baked Ricotta

  • Start by lining the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Drizzle a little olive oil and brush it all over the surface.

  • Next, take the ricotta and invert the entire package in the center of the basket. Before this, if you notice any excess liquid, drain it carefully into your sink.

  • To finish, gently lift the package, ensuring the ricotta shape remains intact. Sprinkle the surface with a bit of olive oil and set the air fryer to a temperature of 392°F for about 20 minutes or until the surface is browned.

  • Finally, once cooked, let the ricotta rest for about 15 minutes and then transfer it to a serving plate.

Tip

You can garnish the cooked ricotta with honey or mustard.

Avoid industrial ricotta and prefer fresh products for a better result.

FAQ (Questions and Answers)

  • Can I use cow’s milk ricotta?

    Absolutely, it’s a good alternative.

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