If you are looking for a simple, quick, and guaranteed dessert, this yogurt cake with freeze-dried raspberries baked in an air fryer is for you. Its soft and moist texture makes it perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert. The use of freeze-dried raspberry powder adds a fruity and slightly tart note that balances the sweetness of the yogurt, providing a pleasant contrast to the palate.
The air fryer baking allows you to achieve a well-risen, golden-topped cake in a shorter time compared to a traditional oven. Ideal for those who love homemade desserts but have little time available.
A recipe also suitable for beginners, without sacrificing the taste and satisfaction of a genuine homemade dessert. Make it once, and it will become your go-to recipe!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 6 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup potato starch
- 3/4 cup plain natural yogurt
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup sunflower oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder (Paneangeli for air fryer)
- 1 tsp freeze-dried raspberry powder
- 1 pinch salt
- as needed powdered sugar
- 2/3 cup raspberries (fresh)
Steps
1 – In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar. Add the yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
2 – Sift the flour, potato starch, Paneangeli baking powder for air fryer, the pinch of salt, and gradually add to the batter, mixing with a spatula or hand whisk.
3 – Add 1 tablespoon of freeze-dried raspberry powder and some whole fresh raspberries, reserving others for final decoration.
4 – Butter and flour a 20 cm pan suitable for air fryer or spray a release agent in the pan. Pour the batter into the pan and level the surface.
5 – Preheat the air fryer to 320°F for 3 minutes. Place the pan in the basket and bake at 320°F for about 30–35 minutes. Do the toothpick test after 30 minutes: if it comes out dry, the cake is ready.
6 – Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan. Dust with powdered sugar and decorate with the reserved fresh raspberries.Tips and Variations
– Decorate with a pinch of freeze-dried raspberry powder for a gourmet touch, or use vegetable cream.
– For an even more indulgent version, add white chocolate chips.
– Store the cake in a cool place or under a cake dome for 4-5 days.
