GLUTEN FREE Cheesecake in the Air Fryer

Preparing GLUTEN-FREE Cheesecake in an Air Fryer

1. 1. Beat the eggs
2. Start by lightly beating the 3 eggs, just until the yolk breaks. You don’t need to overbeat, just make sure the yolks mix well with the whites.
3. 2. Add sugar and mix
4. Add the 7 tablespoons of sugar to the beaten eggs and mix well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
5. 3. Add the cream cheese and cream
6. Next, add the cheese spread and the cream or half cream to the egg and sugar mixture. Beat with a spatula or hand mixer until you obtain a homogeneous mixture without lumps. This step is essential so that the texture of the cake is soft and creamy.
7. 4. Add the cornstarch
8. Finally, add the 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the mixture. Use enveloping movements to integrate the cornstarch well, preventing lumps from forming. This ingredient is what will allow the cake to acquire the appropriate firmness when baking.
9. Air Fryer Preparation
10. 5. Preheat the air fryer
11. Before pouring the mixture into the mold, preheat the air fryer to 170°C for 5 minutes. This step is important to ensure even cooking from the start.
12. 6. Prepare the mold
13. While the air fryer is preheating, prepare a suitable air fryer pan. Lightly wet a piece of baking paper and place it in the mold, this will make it much easier to unmold the cake once cooked.
14. Perfect Air Fryer Cooking
15. 7. Cook the cake in the fryer
16. Once the fryer is preheated, pour the mixture into the prepared mold and place it inside the fryer. Lower the temperature to 160°C and cook the cake for 40 minutes.
17. It is crucial not to open the fryer during cooking to prevent the cake from sinking in the center. At the end of the 40 minutes, turn off the fryer and let the cake sit inside for a few more minutes.
18. Cool and Serve: The Final Touch
19. 8. Let cool
20. Once the cake has come out of the fryer, let it cool to room temperature. Afterwards, place it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 3 hours, although it is advisable to let it rest overnight for best results.
21. 9. Ready to enjoy!
22. After you have refrigerated it long enough, your gluten-free cheesecake will be ready to serve. You can accompany it with fresh fruits, syrup or simply enjoy it alone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. 1. Can I substitute cornstarch with another gluten-free flour?
2. Yes, you can use rice flour or any other gluten-free thickener, but cornstarch is preferred for its ability to maintain the creamy texture of the cake.
3. 2. How long can I keep gluten-free cheesecake?
4. The cheesecake can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you keep it well covered, it will retain its freshness and flavor.
5. 3. Is it necessary to let the cake sit overnight?
6. Although it is recommended to obtain the best texture, you can refrigerate it for at least 3 hours if you do not have much time. However, overnight rest ensures better consistency.