Good reasons to make air fryer danish egg cake
Choosing an Danish Egg Cake saves time and avoids the mess of a frying pan. It cooks evenly from all sides so you do not have to worry about burning the bottom. This method results in a consistent texture that is easy to slice and serve. You can prepare other toppings like bacon while the machine does the hard work for you.
Step by step: air fryer danish egg cake
Prepare the base: Whisk the eggs and milk together in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth. Add the flour slowly along with salt and pepper to ensure there are no lumps. Grease a small baking dish that fits into your basket with a little butter. Pour the egg mixture into the dish and place it inside the machine.
Start the cooking: Set the temperature to 160C and cook the egg cake for 15 minutes. Check the progress halfway through to see if it is setting around the edges. The Danish Egg Cake should start to puff up as the air circulates. If it browns too quickly you can reduce the heat slightly for the remaining time.
Fry the bacon: While the eggs are cooking you can fry the bacon lardons in a pan until they are crisp. Alternatively you can place the bacon on a piece of parchment paper next to the dish if your basket is large enough. Drain any excess fat on a piece of kitchen paper to keep the dish light. Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters to use as a fresh garnish later.
Garnish and serve: Once the timer ends check that the centre of the cake is firm to the touch. Carefully remove the dish and top it with the crispy bacon and fresh tomato pieces. Sprinkle over some chopped chives for a bit of colour and extra flavour. Serve the Danish Egg Cake immediately while it is warm and fluffy.
Good advice for making air fryer danish egg cake
Always preheat your for a few minutes to ensure the egg mixture starts cooking as soon as it goes in. If the top of the Danish Egg Cake looks dark before the middle is set you can cover it with a small piece of foil. Make sure the foil is tucked under the dish so it does not blow around and hit the heating element.
Using a shallow dish will help the heat reach the centre much faster than a deep one. You can also add a little grated cheese into the mixture for a richer taste. Let the cake rest for one minute after cooking as this helps it firm up before you slice it.
You can find more inspiration in
air fryer carrots,
air fryer croissants or
air fryer cauliflower.
