This apple cake with quark contains no oil or refined sugar, yet is wonderfully moist. The natural sweetness of the banana in the batter and the apples on top, combined with simple plant-based ingredients, makes for an aromatic and light pastry. Perfect for anyone who wants to bake consciously without compromising on taste.

Apple cake with quark

A moist cake with fresh apples and a creamy layer of soy quark. A simple recipe that is quick to make and perfect for any coffee table. It is ideal for everyday enjoyment, with coffee, or as a healthier alternative to classic apple pie.

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Apple cake with quark

Moist apple cake with quark topping. A simple recipe with fresh apples—perfect for a quick, fruity cake.

Course cake

Keyword Apple, Banana, Date flour, moisty, oil-free, quick, Soy curd, Vegan, Whole spelt flour

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4 person

Ingredients

• 100 g whole spelt flour
• 150 g spelt flour type 1050
• 20 g corn starch
• 12 g baking powder
• 50 g date flour
• 1 banana
• 1 – 2 large apples
• 250 g sparkling water

Topping

• 220 g soy quark
• 1 large splash of lemon juice
• 1 pinch of turmeric powder
• 3 tsp maple syrup
• 2 tsp lupin flour
• 4 tsp sparkling water
• 1 tsp locust bean gum

Instructions

• Mix all dry ingredients together.
• Peel the banana and mash it with a fork.
• Mix together with the mineral water and dry ingredients to form a smooth dough.
• Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius top and bottom heat.
• Line a cake pan with parchment paper and pour in the batter.
• Wash and peel the apples and cut them into thin slices. Arrange these on top of the cake.
• Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 20 minutes.
• In the meantime, prepare the quark mixture. To do this, mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Finally, sprinkle in the locust bean gum and stir in quickly. The mixture thickens very quickly due to the locust bean gum.
• After baking for 20 minutes, remove the cake and spread the quark mixture on top. Then bake for another 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees.

Tips

If you use very sweet apples, you usually need less additional sweetener—varieties such as Elstar or Jonagold are particularly well suited for apple pie. Boskop is another variety that is particularly crumbly. It is precisely because of these characteristics that Boskop is one of the classic baking apples. It breaks down easily in cakes, apple strudel, or applesauce and develops an intense aroma.

Interesting to know

Quark is ideal as a cake topping because it develops a creamy, slightly airy consistency when baked. Soy quark is a vegan alternative. You can buy it ready-made or simply make your own soy quark.

To make it yourself, simply cook the fruit until soft and then purée it into a creamy mixture. In just a few minutes, you have a healthy sweetener that will keep in the refrigerator for several days. Better than store-bought date purée.

Date paste

Making your own date paste is very easy and a perfect alternative to refined sugar. With just a few ingredients, you can create a natural sweetener for cakes, desserts, or smoothies. The paste can be made with either Deglet Nour dates or Medjool dates. Medjool dates are slightly softer in consistency than Deglet Nour dates.

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Date paste

Make your own date paste – a natural sugar substitute that is quick and easy to make. The perfect alternative.

Course do it yourself

Keyword dates, easy, simple, Vegan, water

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 2 person

Ingredients

• 200 g pitted dates, either Deglet Nour or Medjool dates
• 350 ml water
• 1 tbsp lemon optional

Instructions

• Pit the dates and chop them into small pieces.
• Simmer with the water in a pot for about 10-15 minutes.
• Then purée with a hand blender until smooth. Remove any excess water beforehand and add back as needed to create a mushy consistency.

Syrup

• If you want to make syrup, simmer the date mixture with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for approx. 30–45 minutes. Add a little water if necessary. Then purée.
• Place a strainer cloth over a bowl and pour the pureed date mixture into the cloth. Then squeeze the cloth as tightly as possible.
• The finished date syrup can be poured into jars and sealed airtight. It will keep in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.

Tip

Medjool dates are softer and do not necessarily need to be cooked. Simply soak and purée them. If the dates are very dry, they should be soaked in warm water for at least 10–20 minutes. This makes them easier to purée and gives the paste a particularly creamy consistency. Make sure that there is not too much water when puréeing.

You can find even more ideas under the heading “Do it yourself.”

Interesting to know

In addition to natural fruit sugar, dates also contain fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. Unlike refined sugar, they provide additional nutrients and add a pleasant caramel sweetness to baked goods.

Air fryer sweet potato slices

These crispy sweet potato slices from the air fryer are quick to make, healthy, and incredibly delicious. You can enjoy them on their own or add some vegetables or another side dish to make a complete meal. Baked sweet potatoes are always a treat.

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Air fryer sweet potato

These crispy air fryer sweet potato slices are quick to make, healthy, and incredibly delicious.

Course main course, Side dish, snack

Keyword air fryer, nutritious, oil-free, quick, sweet potatoes, Vegan

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 1 sweet potato

Instructions

• Peel the sweet potato and cut it into evenly sized long slices.
• Place as many as will fit in the air fryer.
• Bake at 160 degrees Celsius for 20 minutes. Adjust the time depending on the thickness of the slices. Turn the individual slices approx. 5 minutes before the end of the cooking time.

Tips

Try a sweet variation and spread maple syrup or homemade jam on top. It’s not just the savory version that tastes good.

Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly thin slices so that they all crisp up at the same time. Set the temperature and time according to your air fryer, as each hot air fryer works differently. Don’t place them too close together so that the air can circulate. These air fryer sweet potato slices are best enjoyed hot, when they are at their crispiest.

You can find more baking ideas under “Quick Air Fryer Recipes.”

Interesting to know

Cooking in an air fryer takes some getting used to. However, it saves a lot of time and energy, as you can always cook at lower temperatures in a hot air fryer. It also eliminates the need to preheat the oven. Full power is available immediately.

The cake is topped with a creamy almond-based carob pudding—an exciting alternative to cocoa, mild in taste and naturally sweet. Ideal as a healthy afternoon cake, for children, or as a conscious alternative to classic sponge cakes.

Moist Air Fryer Banana Cake

This vegan banana cake without refined sugar is sweetened only with date flour and ripe bananas. It is topped with a pudding made from carob, a low-fat alternative to cocoa, which is cooked with almond milk. This moist banana cake from the air fryer is the perfect healthy alternative to classic cake — vegan, low in fat, without refined sugar, and ready in no time.

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Air fryer banana cake

Moist vegan air fryer banana cake made with bananas, spelt flour, and date flour, topped with almond-based carob pudding.

Course cake, vegan baking

Keyword air fryer, Almond drink, carob powder, Date flour, healthy, oil-free, Vegan, Whole spelt flour

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4 person

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 130 g whole spelt flour
• 130 g spelt flour type 1050
• 16 g baking powder
• 50 g date flour
• 1 juice of one lemon
• 100 ml almond milk

Topping

• 20 g carob powder
• 20 g date flour
• 20 g starch flour
• 250 ml almond milk

Instructions

• Peel the bananas and mash them with a fork.
• Mix the dry ingredients.
• Add the banana puree, lemon juice, and almond milk to the dry ingredients. Mix everything well.
• For the air fryer, use a round piece of baking paper with a rim. Fill it with half of the batter.
• Bake at 170 degrees Celsius for 20 minutes.
• Remove the cake, turn it upside down, and peel off the baking paper. Allow to cool.
• Repeat the process with the second half of the dough.
• In the meantime, prepare the topping and allow it to cool slightly. To do this, take approximately 50 ml of the almond milk and mix it with the carob and cornstarch in a cup. Add the date flour to the remaining almond milk and bring to a boil in a saucepan. Then quickly stir in the mixed powder with a whisk and bring to a boil.
• Spread the topping on the underside of each half.

Tips

Do not stir the batter for too long. Especially with spelt flour, brief mixing is sufficient. Stirring for too long will make the cake dense instead of light and fluffy.

There are also special silicone baking molds for the air fryer. These replace baking paper and can be used again and again.

You can find even more air fryer recipes on my website.

Interesting to know

Experiment with temperatures, as every air fryer works differently. It is better to bake the air fryer banana cake a little longer at a moderate temperature (e.g., 160–170 °C). This will keep the cake moist and prevent the top from becoming too dark.

Preparing them in an air fryer means the fries are quick, clean, and energy-efficient. They are the perfect side dish, a popular snack for an evening in front of the TV, or an easy meal for the whole family.

French fries from the air fryer

French fries from the air fryer are the perfect snack for a night in front of the TV—warm and crispy. They’re quick to prepare and the whole family can enjoy them.

Why these fries turn out particularly well

Floury potatoes are the key to good french fries. Soy sauce gives the potatoes a certain delicate coating. Soaking in water beforehand ensures a certain level of moisture.

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French fries from the air fryer

Crispy, spicy french fries from the air fryer with paprika and curry. The quick snack for the evening.

Course Airfryer, potatoes, Side dish, snack

Keyword Airfryer, Low Fat, Potatoes, quick, Snack, spicy

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 500 g floury potatoes
• 2 tsp sweet paprika powder
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 2 tsp soy sauce
• water
• 1 tsp onion powder optional
• 2 tsp dried herbs optional

Instructions

• Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes.
• Place in a bowl of cold water for approx. 15-30 minutes. Then strain.
• Mix in a bowl with paprika powder, curry powder, and soy sauce.
• Then place in the air fryer basket. Bake at 170 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes.
• Halfway through the baking time, turn the potato cubes once using the special air fryer tongs.

Tips

The perfect french fries from the air fryer are best made with floury potatoes. Soaking them in water and adding soy sauce ensures that they retain a certain amount of moisture when baking in the air fryer.

The fries can be varied, for example with Italian herbs or herbs de Provence.

If you prefer long French fries, cut them into long strips or eighths. These also taste good with the skin on.

You can find even more ideas for quick air fryer recipes on my website.

Interesting to know

The air fryer is always slightly hotter than a conventional oven at the same temperature. It must not be preheated because the air fryer should never be run without any food inside. However, this also saves time and electricity.

Baking in an air fryer removes water from the potatoes, so you should use a larger quantity.

They are very easy to prepare without an oven. In the air fryer, the rolls become delicately golden brown on the outside and wonderfully fluffy on the inside. The savory version with black cumin as a topping adds a subtle spicy note and makes the rolls particularly appetizing to look at.

These healthy milk rolls are ideal for breakfast, for children, as a snack between meals, or as a light alternative to classic sweet yeast rolls. They also taste great with a savory bean spread. There are no limits to the flavor possibilities here.

Air fryer milk rolls

Why are these air fryer milk rolls so healthy? They are gently and quickly baked in the air fryer, the whole wheat flour, or spelt flour type 1050, is rich in fiber yet soft in consistency, and they are completely vegan thanks to the soy milk used. These air fryer milk rolls are a real treat with or without toppings.

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Air fryer milk rolls

Vegan and healthy air fryer milk rolls refined with soy milk and maple syrup. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just as milk rolls should be.

Course air fryer, rolls

Keyword air fryer, fluffy, healthy, hearty, maple syrup, quick, simple, soydrink, Spelt flour type 1050, sweet potatoes

Prep Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 100 ml soy drink
• 3 g maple syrup
• 3 g dry yeast
• 150 g spelt flour type 1050
• 1 pinch of salt

Instructions

Preparation in the air fryer

• Warm the soy milk to lukewarm and mix with maple syrup and dry yeast in a bowl.
• Stir in the spelt flour (type 1050), or spelt wholemeal flour, and salt, and knead into the mixture.
• Cover and let rise for about 50 minutes until the volume has increased significantly.
• Then, on a floured surface, loosely shape into a roll and cut it into 3 pieces. Shape each piece into a ball.
• Then cover again and leave to rise for 20-30 minutes.
• Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Brush each roll with soy milk and sprinkle with black cumin to taste. Then place on the parchment paper.
• Bake in the air fryer at 170 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes. Then turn the rolls over and bake for another 5 minutes.

Tips

Raisins in sweet breakfast rolls with a sweet topping are always particularly delicious and taste great as a light alternative to sweet pastries. A little cinnamon in the dough adds a wintery touch.

Milk rolls taste best when freshly baked. However, they can also be reheated in an air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 120 degrees Celsius.

Under the heading “Air fryer recipes,” you will find further ideas for cooking and baking in the air fryer.

Interesting to know

The air fryer can be considered a small oven. Compared to a conventional oven, it does not need to be preheated, thus saving time and electricity. Food in the air fryer must not be covered, as it works with a fan and heating coil. It is particularly suitable for small portions.

Curry sauce

This sauce is a great treat for the palate. Versatile in preparation and versatile in taste. It goes perfectly with various vegetables, but also as a dip for nuggets or tofu schnitzel. As a special highlight, try falafel with vegetable rice. It simply tastes great.

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Curry sauce

One classic and one fruity curry sauce. According to taste and use.

Course sauce

Keyword curry powder, ginger powder, Mango, oil-free, Onions, quick, Spelt flour, Vegan, water

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 250 ml water
• 1 shallot or small onion
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 pinch of turmeric powder
• 1 pinch of ginger powder
• 3-4 tsp spelt flour type 630 to thicken the sauce
• 0,5 tsp salt

For the fruity variant

• 1 tbsp finely sliced ripe mango
• 1-2 Dates, finely sliced Deglet Noir or Medjool dates
• 4 tsp date flour as an alternative to dates
• 0,5 tsp vegetable powder

Instructions

• Peel and finely chop the shallot. Place in a pan with the water. Allow to simmer for approx. 5 minutes.
• Then stir in the curry powder.
• Mix the flour with a little cold water in a separate cup so that no lumps form.
• Then stir into the hot liquid with a whisk and bring to the boil. Keep stirring and season to taste with the remaining spices.

For the fruity variant

• Peel and chop the mango. Also chop the dates into small pieces. Alternatively, add date flour to the liquid.
• Simmer everything with the onions and vegetable powder for approx. 5 – 10 minutes. Then add the spices and thicken the sauce with flour.

Tip

As an additional refinement for the fruity version, add a few raisins to the sauce. Either eat the sauce with the fruity ingredient or sieve the sauce.

Interesting to know

Curry powder always consists of a mixture of different ingredients. Depending on the manufacturer, the powder can vary in taste, so that the curry sauce always tastes different.

Oatmeal with fruit

A classic among breakfast variations is porridge. It is served with fresh seasonal fruit or even frozen fruit. Freshly ground flaxseed grains are then added on top. This provides you with important nutrients throughout the day. Oatmeal contributes to long-lasting satiety. Fresh fruit gives the oatmeal a natural sweetness.

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Oatmeal with fruit

Oatmeal with fruit is a delicious and nutritious breakfast, which is a good source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.

Course breakfast

Keyword Fruit, healthy, nutritious, Oatmeal, Porridge, quick, saturating

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 80 g oatmeal
• 1 pear
• 1 kiwi
• 3-4 physalis
• 1 tbsp flaxseed whole grain
• 220-250 ml water

Instructions

• Put oatmeal in a saucepan.
• Fill up with water.
• Bring the whole to a boil.
• Simmer until a creamy paste is formed. Stir again and again.
• Wash and cut fruit.
• Grind flax seed.
• Put everything on the finished porridge.

Tip

Add cocoa or other fruit powder to the oatmeal.

Interesting to know

Oatmeal does not require additional vegetable milk for cooking. The water creates a milky consistency.

Naan bread without yeast

A super light and tasty bread that you can use in many ways. It’s best filled with lettuce, tofu or tempeh and topped with a delicious soy yogurt sauce. This is one of my favorite dishes. With a little practice, you can get these wonderful patties baked quickly. The important thing is to either roll them up or put them in small bowls right after baking to shape them and of course cover them with a wet cloth. They do dry out very quickly and afterwards you can’t shape them because they will break. But with a little skill you get great flatbreads.

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Naan bread without yeast

If it should go once fast, then a Naan bread without yeast offers itself. This saves the rising time of the yeast dough. Simply mix flour with baking powder, add soy yogurt and the basic substance of the flatbread is made.

Course bread and rolls

Keyword bake it yourself, Baking powder, Bread, Pita bread, quick, Soy curd, Soy yogurt, Vegetable yogurt, Whole foods, Whole spelt flour

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 150 g whole spelt flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 g salt
• 80 g soy yogurt or other vegetable yogurt
• 50 ml warm water

Instructions

• Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
• Pour warm water and yogurt into the bowl.
• Stir with a spoon, then knead with your hands. It should be a soft and smooth dough, not too dry, but not sticky.
• Then let the dough rest covered for 15 minutes.
• Divide the dough into 4 portions and sprinkle the work surface with a little flour.
• Shape each portion round with flour.
• Heat an enameled pan on the stove until hot.
• In the meantime, roll out each ball of dough into an oblong shape with a rolling pin, adding a little more flour if needed. The dough should not stick.
• Once the pan is hot, add a patty and bake, covered, for a few minutes over medium-high heat until bubbles form. Then turn and continue baking without a lid.
• Repeat this process for each batches.

Tip

Use sparkling water instead of regular water.

Interesting to know

How did it all begin? First came the idea to bake naan bread without yeast, then the implementation.

Eggplant curry

A stew that can not be better. Spicy herbs with lots of vegetables and rice. All in one. Flavored with fine spices that also have something exotic.

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Eggplant curry

Eggplant curry – a quick simple meal with a hint of curry flavor and various vegetables. Enjoyed as a quick option with rice or boiled potatoes. Refined with 1 can of beans.

Course main course

Keyword basmati wholemeal rice, Curry, Eggplant, juicy, main course, Potatoes, quick, simple, Spices, Vegetables

Prep Time 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 person

Ingredients

• 1 eggplant large
• 1 tomato large or 3 small tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 stalks of celery
• 4 stalks of leek onion
• 2 carrots
• 50 g celery
• 1 small parsley root
• 1 half fennel
• 30 g leeks
• 50 g corn fresh
• 1 tsp rosemary fresh
• 1 pinch of thyme
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp coriander leaves optional
• 1 squeeze of lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 pinch of pepper
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 2 tsp spelt flour type 630 for binding
• 300 ml water

Instructions

• Cut everything into small pieces.
• Simmer in a pot with the water for about 20 minutes.
• To thicken the liquid, mix the flour or starch in a cup of cold water, add to the liquid and bring to the boil.
• Finally, season to taste and add the lemon juice.

Tips

It goes well with potatoes or rice. The eggplant curry can be supplemented with chickpeas or white beans. Or also cook beluga lentils until soft and stir in at the end. If you like it even faster, you can use frozen vegetables and canned tomatoes.

Interesting to know

A stew with so many ingredients and that should go fast? Yes, it is quick. With time comes the routine of cutting vegetables. Why is it called eggplant curry in my house? Simply because everything is cut into small pieces and cooked together in one pot. There is curry flavor in the Garam Masala spice blend and if you like, just add extra curry.