Source: Olga, AdobeStockA convenient and modern solution is to cook cottage cheese casserole in an air fryer. This way, it bakes evenly and develops an appetizing crust. Check out 12 of the most delicious recipes that are sure to turn out perfectly!
1. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Raisins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockWe recommend baking it in individual ceramic ramekins.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 40 g raisins, 2 tsp semolina, 2 tsp cornstarch, 20 g powdered sugar, vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Soak the raisins in hot water for 10 minutes, then pat them dry. Blend the cottage cheese with eggs until smooth, add all other ingredients, and mix the mass. Place it into molds and cook the casserole for 20 minutes on the lower rack of the air fryer at 160 degrees. Afterward, turn off the air fryer and leave the casserole covered for another 10 minutes.
2. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Sour Cream in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockBoth adults and children will love this casserole!
You will need: 600 g cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 3 tbsp semolina, 5 tbsp sour cream, sugar, vanilla, candied fruits.
Preparation: Mash the cottage cheese with eggs, add semolina, sugar, and vanilla to taste. Mix in the candied fruits, place the cottage cheese mixture into a greased mold, and pour sour cream over it. Cook the casserole for 35 minutes in the air fryer at 205 degrees on low speed. Afterward, increase the speed, raise the temperature to 235 degrees, and cook for another 20 minutes.
3. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Butter in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThis recipe yields an especially tender and airy casserole.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 80 g butter, 150 ml sour cream, 100 g sugar, 4 tbsp semolina, 1 pinch of salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar until foamy, add sour cream, and whisk again. Then add semolina, followed by melted butter. Finally, add the cottage cheese, salt, and blend everything until smooth. Place the cottage cheese mixture into a mold, let it sit for half an hour, then cover with foil and cook the casserole for 25 minutes in the air fryer basket at 180 degrees. After this time, remove the foil and bake for approximately another 30 minutes.
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4. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Rice Flour in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA delicate soufflé-like texture and completely gluten-free.
You will need: 600 g cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 200 ml 10% sour cream, 5 tbsp rice flour, 50 g sugar, vanilla, salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar, vanilla, and salt until fluffy. Sieve the cottage cheese and mix it with sour cream until smooth.
Gradually add the cottage cheese mixture to the eggs, and finally, stir in the flour. Place everything into a mold, cook for 10 minutes in the air fryer at 160 degrees, then increase the temperature to 200 degrees and bake the casserole until golden brown.
5. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Milk in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIf desired, mix chopped dried fruits or nuts into the cottage cheese mixture.
You will need: 250 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 1.5 tbsp semolina, 50 ml milk, 1 tbsp sugar, butter.
Preparation: Pour milk over semolina and let it swell. Blend cottage cheese, sugar, and egg yolks until smooth. Mix this mass with the semolina. Separately whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the batter.
Place the cottage cheese mixture into a mold and arrange a few pieces of butter on top. Cook the casserole on the lower rack of the air fryer for 25 minutes at 205 degrees.
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6. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Egg Topping in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIt will be even tastier if you add a handful of chopped dried apricots or prunes to the cottage cheese.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 4 eggs, 4 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp flour, 8 g vanilla sugar, 2 pinches of baking soda.
Preparation: Blend cottage cheese, both types of sugar, and 3 eggs until smooth. Add the sifted flour with baking soda, mix the cottage cheese mass, and place it into a mold. Cook the casserole in the air fryer for 10 minutes at 160 degrees, then for 5-10 minutes at 200 degrees. A few minutes before the end of cooking, pour the last beaten egg over it.
7. Protein Cottage Cheese Casserole in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThanks to the whipped egg whites, the casserole becomes incredibly fluffy and airy.
You will need: 400 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp sugar, 0.5-1 tbsp flour, vanilla, salt.
Preparation: Separate egg yolks from whites. Blend cottage cheese, yolks, sugar, vanilla, and flour until smooth. Whisk egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cottage cheese mixture, place the casserole into a mold, and cook it in the air fryer for approximately 40 minutes at 205 degrees on low speed.
8. Casserole with Cream Cheese in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA mix of cottage cheese and cream cheese will add a little variety to familiar recipes.
You will need: 150 g cottage cheese, 150 g cream cheese, 150 ml sour cream, 2 eggs, 60 g rice flour, vanilla, salt, sugar.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with salt, sugar, and vanilla to taste. Sieve the cottage cheese and mix it with cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add rice flour, then combine the cottage cheese mixture with the egg mixture. Cook the casserole in the air fryer basket for 10 minutes at 160 degrees, then for another 5 minutes at 200 degrees.
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9. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Banana in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockAdjust the amount of sugar based on the sweetness of the banana.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1 banana, 2 tsp semolina, 2 tsp cornstarch, 20 g sugar.
Preparation: Sieve the cottage cheese, mash the banana with a fork, and whisk the eggs with sugar. Thoroughly mix all ingredients. Place the casserole into individual molds and cook on the lower rack of the air fryer for 20 minutes at 160 degrees.
10. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Cocoa in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIf your air fryer only has one speed, simply cook the casserole for a slightly shorter time.
You will need: 600 g cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 3 tbsp semolina, 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp cocoa, 2-3 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Sieve the cottage cheese and mix it with eggs and sour cream. Add all dry ingredients and mix again. Cook the casserole in the air fryer for 30 minutes at 205 degrees on minimum speed, then for another 15 minutes at 235 degrees on medium speed.
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11. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Herbs in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA delicious and very simple recipe, striking in its lightness.
You will need: 500 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1 bunch of herbs, 50 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp semolina, salt, spices.
Preparation: Blend cottage cheese with eggs, add semolina, grated cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and spices to taste. Cook the casserole for 20 minutes on the lower rack of the air fryer at 160 degrees. Afterward, raise the temperature to 205 degrees and bake the casserole until golden brown.
12. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Apples in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockAn appealing casserole with a unique flavor.
You will need: 600 g cottage cheese, 1 apple, 3 eggs, 200 ml sour cream, 50 g sugar, 4 tbsp rice flour, cinnamon.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar and cinnamon until fluffy. Add sour cream, then the sieved cottage cheese. Finally, mix in the rice flour, followed by finely chopped or grated apples. Cook the casserole for 10 minutes in the air fryer at 160 degrees, then bake until golden brown at 200 degrees.