A light, sweet, perfectly cooked blueberry cake - and it's all made in the air fryer!
So many of us already know and love the Tefal ActiFry. It's an iconic kitchen appliance famous for being able to cook up a big batch of tasty, crispy chips with just one small spoonful of oil, but it's also capable of so much more. In our house, the ActiFry is loved for its versatility, making it easy to cook up all sorts of family meals from fries to stir-frys, curries to con carne, and even desserts.
The ActiFry works by circulating hot air inside the bowl, while a rotating paddle ensures that food browns and cooks perfectly - it's literal and figuratively a 360 ̊ cooking experience!
ActiFry hosted a big event at Exmouth beachfront to promote the benefits of 360 ̊ cooking. Members of the public were able to enjoy a free dinner and dessert made in the ActiFry. The twist? Everything was served sky-high on the world’s first Ferris wheel restaurant!
To celebrate the event here on the ground, a group of food bloggers including myself have been selected to try out the wonders of 360 ̊ cooking at home. And what better way than by whipping up a recipe in the ActiFry that was served at the main event?
It's my turn today, and I've chosen to cook up this fabulous blueberry cake, as featured on the ActiFry app (iOS/Android). I love that the app walks you through the stages, and using the ActiFry is a fun and different way to bake.
So, let's make this amazing blueberry cake in the ActiFry!
Ingredients
- 140g (5 oz) flour
- 140g (5 oz) starch (I used potato starch)
- 15g (0.5 oz) baking powder
- 180g (6.3 oz) caster sugar
- 190g (6.7 oz) butter
- 5 medium eggs
- A few drops of vinegar or lemon juice
- 250g (8.8 oz) blueberries
Instructions
Sift together the flour, baking powder and starch and set aside. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy and white.
Add the eggs one at a time, alternating with the flour/starch mix.
Add the drops of vinegar or lemon juice.
Add the blueberries and mix together.
Remove the paddle from the pan. Butter and flour the pan, making sure to butter and flour the central tube well.
Pour in the mixture.
Place the pan inside the ActiFry and close the lid. Cook for 45 minutes. Note! The ActiFry Genius XL also has automated time and temperature controls, so this bit is super easy.
Turn out, ideally on to a cooling rack, and leave to cool or chill before eating.
Several slices of this delicious cake was gone minutes after this shot was taken. I'd call that a total success! And when it's time to clean up, the ActiFry bowl washes really easily, and even better, it's safe to pop it in the dishwasher.
Next to take up the 360 challenge is Karen Burns-Booth of Lavender and Lovage. Over to you, Karen!
What do you think of this delicious blueberry cake? Are you tempted to try it?
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Blueberry cake in the Actifry!
Ingredients
- 140 g (4.9 oz) flour
- 140 g (4.9 oz) starch I used potato starch
- 15 g (0.5 oz) baking powder
- 180 g (6.3 oz) caster sugar
- 190 g (6.7 oz) butter
- 5 medium eggs
- A few drops of vinegar or lemon juice
- 250 g (8.8 oz) blueberries
Instructions
- Sift together the flour, baking powder and starch and set aside. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy and white.
- Add the eggs one at a time, alternating with the flour/starch mix.
- Add the drops of vinegar or lemon juice.
- Add the blueberries and mix together.
- Remove the paddle from the pan. Butter and flour the pan, making sure to butter and flour the central tube well.
- Pour in the mixture.
- Place the pan inside the ActiFry and close the lid. Cook for the time indicated. Turn out, ideally on to a cooling rack, and leave to cool or chill before eating.
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Sarah says
I only have the Actifry Original which when I take the paddle out, I'm left with just a big hole with a small raised lip. The Actifry used in above recipes, the Genius I assume, looks to have like a funnel in the middle, to stop liquids going under maybe? So does this mean I can't use my Original model to bake a cake?
Emily Leary says
Hi Sarah! Send me a pic on Twitter or Instagram @amummytoo and I'll let you know!
Liv says
Made this cake today . Didn’t have blueberries, so I put in two ripe bananas in small cubes. 39 minutes. Very good.
Emily Leary says
That sounds amazing!
TRACEY NAJA says
Turned out really well in my very old ActiFry.
Emily Leary says
Fabulous!
GirlsGospel says
Oh my giddy aunt! This looks amazing! Guess what I'm doing tomorrow :P
Emily Leary says
Yes!! Let me know how it turned out!
Ciara says
What do you mean by "starch"? Is that corn starch?
Emily Leary says
I used potato starch http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/asda-compare-prices/Flour/Island_Sun_Farina_Potato_Starch_500g.html
Sue says
What do you mean when you say starch?
Emily Leary says
I used potato starch http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/asda-compare-prices/Flour/Island_Sun_Farina_Potato_Starch_500g.html
Jagruti Dhanecha says
I had no idea of baking a cake in the actifry, the blueberry cake looks so perfect, don't mind a slice right now :)
Emily Leary says
It's surprising that there are so many delicious recipes that can be made in an Actifry and this Blueberry Cake is so moist and yummy!
Donna says
Ooh wow, I have made lots of things in that machine, but never a cake. Love how easy and delicious this sounds!!
Emily Leary says
Yes, this Blueberry Cake is super easy to make and it's so yummy! Enjoy!
Tammy says
I'm blown away! This recipe is awesome and now I really wish I had an activefry! :O Your cake is so light and buttery and beautiful! Fabulous :)
Emily Leary says
Thank you! This cake is indeed utterly delicious. I really love my Actifry :)
Holly says
Blueberries are my favorite so this cake is perfect for me! I'm so intrigued that you baked it in the ActiFry! How do I sign up for the sky-high food event on the world’s first Ferris wheel restaurant??
Emily Leary says
Thanks! I'm afraid it's already taken place this time but follow Tefal on social media to stay up to date with future events.
Veronika's Kitchen says
I love baking cakes with blueberries! It always brings so much more flavor to the dessert!)
Emily Leary says
I agree! Blueberries rank highly amongst my favourite fruits and this cake is really delicious!!
Vanessa Vickery says
I don't have an Actifry! Sounds like a need one! Your cake looks so good.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I wouldn't be without my Actifry, I love it!
Jyothi (Jo) says
Your blueberry cake looks absolutely beautiful. Love the recipe. I'm so impressed with how gorgeous the cake turned out being made in actifry!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! This really is a super recipe, let me know if you give it a try!
Marisa Franca says
WOW!! I'm impressed. Now that is using a piece of kitchen equipment for more than one thing. The blueberry cake looks amazing. I love the spots of color throughout the cake. Very inventive of you!!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I really enjoyed making this delicious cake in the Actifry. The recipe is featured on the ActiFry app and it's so easy to prepare :)
Halal Food Gastronomy says
OMG I'm totally shocked that you can make a cake in the actifry
Emily Leary says
It's amazing how many truly delicious recipes can be made in the Actifry. I love mine!
Anna Hettick says
I've never made a blueberry cake of any kind but this one looks super delicious!! and I've also never heard of an actifry but I am intrigued!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I'm a huge fan of the Actifry and this cake recipe is super yummy!
Veena Azmanov says
Oh, wow.. never heard of the actifry here but this cake looks delicious. I must look for this appliance and read more.. sounds like a fun appliance to have on hand.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I love using my Actifry - it's a wonderful addition to my kitchen and there are so many delicious recipes that can be made!
Megan says
Oh yuuuum this looks so good! I'm typically not huuuge on blueberries but this looks just perfect.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! This cake is moist and very yummy. I hope you give it a go :)
Anosa says
I didn't know you could bake using an air fryer, this is revolutionary for me. The cake looks absolutely delicious
Emily Leary says
Yes, it's amazing how many delicious recipes can be made in the Actifry!
Grant R says
That looks pretty good. Easy to use, and (more importantly for a lazy messy cook like me) easy to clean! By the way - your photos of your food / ingredients are top quality!
Emily Leary says
Thank you so much! I love using my Actifry and this recipe is really tasty!
H says
This sounds delicious and looks so moist. I have an actifry but never baked in it. Can I ask a question. What is starch when comes to baking like this? And where do you purchase it? Sorry to be dim and thanks for recipe :)
Emily Leary says
I found potato starch in ASDA - it was in the world foods section :)
Aleta says
Wow how cool is this?? I would never have dreamed a cake could be made in an actifry. Finally I can make something besides wings!
Emily Leary says
Yes, this cake is so yummy! We all love it in our house!
Analida Braeger says
I love tangy, tart blueberries. Especially baked into things. The flavor explodes. I can't wait to make this simple dessert and nibble on it with some tea. Thanks!
Emily Leary says
Yes, absolutely - they're just perfect in all sorts of baked goods.
Liz says
Wow! That cake doesn't only look delish but soo pretty. I never tried baking blueberry before, but thanks for providing the steps.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I hope you loved it if you gave it a go!
Preet says
Oh, I am badly craving for this! This is so good, this will be a huge hit! This would disappear in no time at our house!
Emily Leary says
Great! This cake is really delicious!
Kara says
You can bake in the actifry.......I never knew that. Will have to give it a try
Emily Leary says
Yes, you really should give this super recipe a try. It's delicious :)
Frank says
Wow! Never thought to bake (err, fry) in an air fryer. This could add a whole new spin to lots of recipes. Now the real question, can you make a cake deep frying it. ;)
Emily Leary says
A deep fried cake - now there's a funny thought :) I love using my Actifry and there are so many recipes that can be made in it. It baked this cake wonderfully!
Christa says
That cake looks absolutely delicious! I love baking with fresh blueberries. I had no idea you could bake cakes in an air fryer. I might have to add it to my Christmas list.
Emily Leary says
Awesome! Definitely get one - they’re fun to cook and experiment with.
Geraline Batarra says
This recipe looks really delicious. I can say that I am not good in baking but I will try to make this at home as the procedure of making it looks so easy to follow.
Emily Leary says
Thank you - it was so easy and I was so impressed with the results.
Marcie says
You can make CAKE in an air fryer!?! Ok, you have my attention! This looks super tasty! What a fun idea!
Emily Leary says
Crazy, right?! But it really works.
Ashley Rice says
This looks so yummy!! I'll have to find a way to veganize this so that I can try it out! Yum!
Emily Leary says
Ooh yes, should work with the usual swaps, I reckon.
Rachel says
Wow, how cool this scrumptious looking cake was made in an actifry - I wonder if the same recipe would work in my new air fryer? Looks super tasty.
Emily Leary says
If you give it a try, let me know!
Joanna says
I have heard about this appliance before but never imagines that you could make a cake inside it. Great work! I noticed it says hard on the recipe but you made it sound so easy. And the result looks very yummy.
Emily Leary says
Yes, the Actifry is so versatile and a great addition to the kitchen! This cake bakes absolutely perfectly and tastes delicious!
Elaine Benoit says
Yum! I love blueberries and especially love it in cakes! Your cake looks delicious and easy!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I love blueberries too and this delicious cake baked so beautifully in the Actifry!
Alexis says
What a fun kitchen gadget! The cake turned out amazing, it looks absolutely delicious. I'll hav etc add this to our holiday baking list this year.
Emily Leary says
Yes, I really love using my Actifry. There are so many different recipes that can be made and the cake baked to perfection!
fashionandstylepolice says
I have Tefal ActiFry but never knew it could bake. I will be trying this recipe. Looks very yummy.
Emily Leary says
Fantastic! I hope you enjoy it.
Kira says
This looks delicious! All my girls love blueberries so I know this would go down a treat In our house :)
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I'm sure your girls would absolutely love this cake!
Chloe Ciliberto says
How have I never heard of actifry before? I love the wheel with the different recipes on and that cake looks so delicious. What a brilliant kitchen tool!
Emily Leary says
Yes, the Actifry is a wonderful addition to the kitchen and this Blueberry Cake baked so beautifully!
Neda says
Ah.. this looks absolutely delicious! I need to make this as soon as possible!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! The Actifry baked this blueberry cake to perfection - enjpy!
Evelyn Hernandez says
This blueberry cake looks delicious, so moist and yummy! Would love to try this recipe.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I love using my Actifry and this cake baked perfectly! I hope you enjoy it if you give it a go!
angel says
wow this is great! especially for those do not have ovens like me. i will look into this products. really sounds interesting. thanks for sharing!
Emily Leary says
Thank you. I love my Actifry and I happen to know that my mum has now put one on her Christmas present list!
Brit Strawbridge says
Mmm this looks so yummy! I am all about the recipes with minimal ingredients but still comes out looking beautiful! Delicious!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! This cake turned out beautifully and tasted so good. I'll definitely be making more!
Eric kay says
Great post. It looks delicious. I love how many pics there are.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! This cake turned out so well - it was wolfed down in no time!
Nicole Anderson | Camping for Women says
I must admit I don't presently own an Actifry and had no idea that it would be capable of cooking/baking so many different things. I love the Blueberry cake recipe and it came out looking really good. Must look into getting the Actifry and trying it out for myself.
Emily Leary says
One for your Christmas list? I love my Actifry and the blueberry cake baked beautifully!
Treasure Every Moment says
Wow I had no idea you could bake a cake in the Actifry! I've been wanting to get one for ages and now I think it's going to have to go on my Christmas list :)
Emily Leary says
Yes, it's amazing to discover all the great things you can make in an Actifry! I'm sure you'll love it!
kelly says
Thank you for sharing such fabulous recipes, I will defo be trying them as I do love cooking!
Emily Leary says
Thank you, you're more than welcome! Enjoy!
Emily Fata says
Oh my gosh, this cake looks AMAZING! And I've been meaning to buy the ActiFry... it looks like it does such a good job with these kinds of things! I've heard great things.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! The Actifry is a great addition to the kitchen - I love mine!
Woodeline says
Oh wow. I had no idea that you can bake a cake in air fryer. You explained the recipe very well and the cake looks absolutely delicious. Definitely will try it soon. Thx for sharing
Emily Leary says
Thank you! The cake turned out beautifully and was wolfed down so quickly! I'd love to hear how it goes if you give it a try!
Khushboo Motihar says
The blueberry cake looks so moist and delicious. It is incredible that you have made it in an Actifry!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! It is indeed a very tasty cake and it baked beautifully in the Actifry!
Jon says
We use Actifry in so much stuff! I can't even remember the last time we used Oil!
Emily Leary says
I love my Actifry! There are so many great recipes that can be made :)
Talya says
Wow I have an ActiFry so am definitely going to have to give this a shot - I didn't realise you could bake in it!!
Emily Leary says
This lovely blueberry cake recipe is delicious! I'd love to hear how it goes :)