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jamie oliver air fryer cheesecake

Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Cheesecake
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Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Cheesecake is a baked-style cheesecake prepared in a small tin and cooked in an air fryer. It uses a classic biscuit base with a cream cheese filling that sets softly rather than baking dry or cracking.

Ingredients

Scale

    • 150 g digestive biscuits

    • 60 g unsalted butter, melted

    • 300 g full-fat cream cheese

    • 100 ml double cream

    • 80 g caster sugar

    • 1 large egg

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • Zest of ½ lemon

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the tin

Line the base and sides of a small round cake tin (that fits your air fryer basket) with baking paper. This makes removal easier and keeps the edges neat.

Step 2: Make the biscuit base

Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin. Mix with the melted butter until evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the tin, using the back of a spoon to compact it well. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up.

Step 3: Prepare the filling

In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and mix until combined. Stir in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and double cream. Mix gently until smooth and creamy, avoiding overmixing to keep air out.

Step 4: Fill the tin

Remove the base from the fridge and pour the cheesecake mixture over it. Tap the tin lightly on the work surface to release any trapped air bubbles.

Step 5: Preheat the air fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 160°C for 3 minutes. This ensures even cooking from the start.

Step 6: Cook the cheesecake

Place the tin into the air fryer basket. Cook for 25–30 minutes, until the edges are set but the centre still has a gentle wobble. Avoid opening the basket too often, as sudden heat changes can affect texture.

Step 7: Cool gradually

Turn off the air fryer and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 5 minutes. This gradual cooling helps prevent sinking.

Step 8: Chill before serving

Remove the cheesecake and allow it to cool fully at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Chilling firms the texture and improves flavour.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/air-fryer-cheesecake/