Easy and Delicious Recipes

Author: Sarah Berthold

Classic Louisiana Hot Sauce (Easy-to-Follow Recipe)

Classic Louisiana Hot Sauce (Easy-to-Follow Recipe)

This authentic Louisiana hot sauce recipe is sure to ignite your taste buds. This sauce is not for the faint of heart; it is made with a blend of fiery jalapeño peppers and powerful, delicious ingredients. But if you like your meals with a little Read More

Moist Egg-Free Banana Muffins with Crunchy Walnuts

Moist Egg-Free Banana Muffins with Crunchy Walnuts

Instead of relying on eggs, these egg-free banana muffins with walnuts are made with a combination of ripe bananas and milk (use plant-based milk for the vegan version) for a delicious and moist texture. The addition of crunchy walnuts not only adds a delightful nutty Read More

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Brats Recipe

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Brats Recipe

If you like brats and like how easy it is to use an air fryer, you’re in for a treat. Today, we’ll show you how to make tasty, easy air fryer brats.

This recipe is great for a quick and tasty meal and a great way to enjoy the classic flavors of brats sausages without having to fire up the grill. So, if you want to try something new and tasty, let’s start and learn how to make air fryer brats!

By far, the fastest way to cook brats is to air fry them. Whether you cook them by themselves or with onions that are already cooking, they will be ready to eat in just 15 minutes. So turn on your air fryer and get ready for the fastest and tastiest brats you’ve ever had.

With this Air Fryer Brats recipe, you can enjoy the taste of ease.

Are you sick of soggy brats that aren’t cooked enough? Air-frying is the answer, so stop looking. This magical kitchen tool will make the outside of your brats crispy and golden while keeping the inside juicy and tasty. Also, depending on the size of your air fryer, you can cook up to a dozen brats at once, so you can feed a lot of people.

Not only is air frying faster and easier than using the oven, but it also requires less effort on your part. No need to stand over the grill and constantly flip the brats – the air fryer will do all the work for you. And the best part?

There’s almost no prep, and clean-up is a breeze. You can cook your brats fresh or frozen – add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if they’re frozen. When it comes to throwing a party, nothing beats having a DIY brat station where your guests can build their own bratwurst creations. Set up a “brat bar” with various toppings, condiments, and sides for your guests to choose from.

Make this currywurst sauce for your brats for a truly authentic German culinary experience.

Using an air fryer, you can easily cook up a batch of perfectly crispy bratwurst sausage.

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Brats Recipe

Ingredients you’ll need

Bratwurst sausages: German brats are usually made with raw pork and have a natural casing that gives them a satisfying “burst” when you start biting into them. Even though they can be made with veal, and beef, most of the time, pork is used. These tasty treats are a staple of German cuisine and are sure to add some flavor to any meal.

If you’re feeling adventurous, why not try a bratwurst with a zesty blend of caraway, garlic, and marjoram? Or if you’re feeling really wild, go for a Louie’s Finer Meats bratwurst and let your taste buds go on a flavor adventure! Just remember: the only thing better than a good bratwurst is a bratwurst with a side of laughs.

Buns: Instead of just a plain old bun, how about a bratwurst nestled in a hearty and sturdy roll? You could use bakery rolls, German brötchen, brioche buns, hamburger buns, or even hoagie rolls.

If you like these brats, I’m sure you will love this Air-fryer kielbasa, Polish sausages. 

How to make Air-Fryer Brats

In a flash, your brats will be perfectly cooked in the air fryer! No need to wait for the oven to heat up – pop them in the air fryer and they’ll be ready to enjoy in no time. Say goodbye to boring, time-consuming oven cooking and hello to delicious, speedy air fryer brats!

Step 1: Set the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes to heat it up. In order for them to brown, they must be in a single layer. They should also have some space on both sides to allow for equal cooking.

I strongly advise using a digital meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of air fryer brats, which will take between 12 and 15 minutes to cook thoroughly and reach at least 160 F. Brats may be cooked to a temperature of 190 F because of their fat content.

Step 2: Before serving, take the brats out of the air fryer and let them rest for three to five minutes. To make every mouthful of meat juicy and moist, the fluids must be redistributed throughout the flesh for at least five minutes. Enjoy!

Onions and peppers variation

Put a sliced bell pepper and half an onion in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Mix everything together, and then put it and some bratwursts in an air fryer. To finish the dish, follow the remaining steps in the recipe.

Beer Brats in an Air-Fryer

If you wish to make beer brats in an air fryer, it’s very easy. An option is to purchase beer brats that have already been marinated in a delicious and rich beer mixture. This will give your meal an extra depth of flavor and make it truly unique and satisfying. These days, you can find a lot of bratwursts that have already been flavored.

For home marinating:

Pour one can or bottle of beer into a shallow dish. Put the brats that haven’t been cooked into the beer and let them sit there for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, take the bratwurst out and keep cooking according to the brats directions in this recipe! 

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Brats Recipe

Brats Variations and Toppings

When it comes to simple yet delicious toppings, sauerkraut, onions, and mustard are always at the top of our list. But if you’re looking to mix things up, here are a few more of our favorite options:

How about trying caramelized onions or adding chopped bell peppers to your air fryer for the last minutes of cooking? This will give your dish a unique and delicious twist! Plus, it’s easy to add color and flavor to your meal. Give it a try and see how it transforms your dish into something truly special.

Elevate your sandwich game by adding some tangy, crunchy pickles! Try sweet or dill pickles, pickled red onions, or relish to boost your brats.

How about spicing up your brats with a generous dollop of your favorite cheese or tangy ketchup? Or why not try a new burger sauce to add some extra flavor to your meal? You can also add some bacon bits; why not? The possibilities are endless! 

Air Fryer Brats Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 package of brats, uncooked (I use Louie’s Finer Meats brat)
  • optional – onions, beer, and peppers

Instructions

  • Set your air fryer to 360 F for 5 minutes to heat it up.
  • Distribute the bratwurst evenly as you add them to the air fryer basket. It will take 12 to 15 minutes to cook the sausages in an air fryer till the internal temperature is at least 160 F. Brats keep juicy until an internal temperature of 190 F, so feel free to cook them longer to attain the desired level of browning.
  • There is no need to flip brats over because the recipe calls for fast cooking, but you may if you wish.

Onions and peppers variation

  • Cut up one bell pepper and half of an onion and put them in a bowl. Combine the veggies with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper.
  • Place the bratwurst and the seasoned vegetables in the air fryer, making sure to spread the peppers and onions out around the sausages. Proceed with the rest of the steps from the recipe.

These bad boys are packed with flavor, and cooking them in the Air-Fryer ensures that they’re juicy and succulent every time. So go ahead, share the love and pin this amazing recipe to your Pinterest board! Your taste buds (and your followers) will thank you.

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Brats

Cooking time for frozen brats in the air fryer

When you cook frozen bratwurst in an air fryer, you can expect a cooking time of around 16-17 minutes. It’s important to keep an eye on the internal temperature of the bratwurst, using a meat thermometer, to ensure that they reach at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

This is especially important when cooking beer brats, as the extra moisture can affect the cook time. To be safe, add an extra 3-5 minutes to the cooking time to ensure that your bratwurst are cooked to perfection.

A Delicious and Traditional Beef Olives Recipe

A Delicious and Traditional Beef Olives Recipe

Today, we’re sharing a delicious traditional beef olives recipe that will impress your guests and elevate your dinner parties. This recipe is easy to follow and produces succulent and flavorful beef olives that are sure to become a favorite.  So, let’s get started and learn Read More

Apple Curd Easy Recipe

Apple Curd Easy Recipe

Rich, delicious and easy to make, this Apple Curd is overflowing with apple flavor. There are only six basic ingredients in our straightforward recipe, and no additional tools are needed. This luscious apple spread is a favorite in our home all year. We spread it Read More

Authentic South Dakota Chislic Recipe

Authentic South Dakota Chislic Recipe

Chislic may be prepared with venison, lamb, or beef, but in my opinion, venison works best for this distinctive South Dakotan cuisine. Chislic is made with bite-sized pieces of meat that have been deep-fried and seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Many restaurants and grills in South Dakota offer Chislic as an appetizer. This dish seems to be made differently everywhere, but I’ve never tried a Chislic that I didn’t like. Except maybe beef Chislic, I mean, I like it, but it doesn’t come close to venison or lamb. 

Chislic should be around the size of a quarter and the thickness of your thumb. The finest cuts for venison are backstraps and round roasts since they provide the largest chunks of meat and need the least trimming. It can be served loose or on a stick, much like a lamb.

Any deer camp is guaranteed to love venison Chislic since it’s so easy to make and exceptionally tasty.

What is South Dakota Chislic?

Few people outside of South Dakota are familiar with Chislic, which is often fried lamb or venison on a stick. It’s uncommon elsewhere, but in this 40th state of the union, it’s huge. South Dakota’s favorite dish, according to the area’s leading newspaper. The leading magazine in the area named the state’s southeast “Chislic Circle.” Small-town bars and restaurants around Sioux Falls always have the best Chislic.

The Turkic word shashlik or shashlyk, which is derived from the Turkish word for skewered meats, shish kebab, is thought to be the source of the word Chislic. John Hoellwarth, a Crimean immigrant to Hutchinson County, South Dakota, in the 1870s, is said to have brought Chislic to the United States.

In the 1930s, Chislic finally started to gain in popularity in the region. To this day, there is still debate on who first began selling Chislic in Freeman. Lamb Chislic is typically served with soda crackers after being deep-fried till crispy.

Many people recommend washing it down with a cold beer. Today, you may get your Chislic in many variations, such as marinated or with a dipping sauce.

Authentic South Dakota Chislic Recipe

South Dakota Chaslic Festival

The last Saturday of every July is when Freeman, South Dakota, hosts the South Dakota Chislic Festival.

South Dakotans compete in a judged Chislic contest as part of the Chaslic festival in categories including “Classic Sheep” and “New Age Nosh” in an effort to win bragging rights. A selection of Chislic, meats, sides, sweets, beverages, and craft beers made in South Dakota are available from vendors.

Ingredients you’ll need

Venison backstrap – You can use lamb for a more traditional Chislic recipe.

Worcestershire sauce

Garlic powder

Salt and pepper

Canola oil

For Dipping Sauce

Mayonnaise

BBQ sauce

How to make South Dakota Chislic

See the recipe card below for full recipe directions with information on ingredient amounts.

Step 1: Slice and cube the steak into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Mix until the meat is thoroughly coated. Give the meat time to marinade for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 3: Add oil and heat a large heavy-bottom pot to 375F.  Take a chunk of meat and dip it in the heated oil to check the temperature. The oil is hot enough if it immediately begins to sizzle.

Step 4: Add 4-5 pieces of meat at a time to a pot and fry for about 1 minute or until medium-rare. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pieces from the oil and set it on a dish covered with paper towels to absorb any remaining oil. Keep adding the rest of the cubes until all are cooked. 

Step 5: Add Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and thinly sliced green onions as garnish (optional). Serve alongside saltine crackers and dipping sauce (combine all sauce ingredients and mix well).

Chislic in Air-Fryer

Step 1: Slice the venison (or lamb) into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Add in the venison bites and mix well until evenly coated. Marinate for 4 hours or overnight for the best result. 

Step 3: Set an air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes to preheat.

Step 4: When it’s ready, add the Chislic cubes to the basket and air fry for 4–5 minutes at 400°F, for medium-rare, or more, depending on how you like your Chislic.

Chislic Recipe

Chislic is a South Dakotan specialty prepared differently in each region of the state from cubed meat (lamb or venison) that is often seasoned and deep-fried. In this recipe, the venison is marinated in Worcestershire sauce before deep-fried.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Calories: 110

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. venison backstrap (if you prefer, use lamb or beef)
  • 2 Tbsp of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp of garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp of salt
  • 1/2 tsp of black pepper
  • Canola oil for deep frying

For Dipping Sauce

  • 1/3 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp of BBQ sauce

Instructions

  • Start by cutting your meat into bite-sized cubes.
  • Combine Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix until the meat is evenly covered, and let it marinate for a minimum of 4 hours. 
  • Add oil to a large heavy-bottom pot and heat to 375F. Take a piece of meat and put it in the hot oil to see if the oil has heated. If it sizzles quickly, the oil is ready.
  • Fry 4-5 pieces of Chislic at a time for about a minute until they are medium-rare. Using a slotted spoon, take the meat out of the oil and put it on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up the extra oil. Repeat the process with the rest of the Chislic pieces. 
  • Add Parmesan cheese, sliced green onion, and crushed red pepper (optional).

For Dipping Sauce

  • Add 1/3 cup of mayonnaise and one tablespoon of BBQ sauce in a small bowl and mix until well combined. 

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Authentic South Dakota Chislic Recipe

Southern White Country Gravy Recipe

Southern White Country Gravy Recipe

A few basic ingredients are all you need to make this delicious White Country Gravy! I’m sure you have all of them in your kitchen. It is a wonderful gravy that is really simple to make in a matter of minutes and is creamy, smooth Read More

Homemade Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake Recipe

Homemade Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake Recipe

The Finest Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake recipe is here! It is the ideal Italian dessert since it is flavorful, fluffy, and lightweight. Ricotta cheese and lemon are used in this simple recipe. You’ll like this recipe because it’s a rich, moist, and easy-to-make cake that Read More

Fresh Mango Cake Recipe

Fresh Mango Cake Recipe

This mango cake has a sponge cake base, a fresh and juicy mango, and a light vanilla whipped cream frosting. You won’t find a cake as moist and wonderful as this Mango Cake.

Mango Sponge Cake 

Usually, when I’m in a hurry, my cake recipes entail opening up a box and putting in the basic ingredients. It’s always an ok cake. But nothing compares to creating a cake from scratch! Every time I make this Mango cake, it turns out perfectly moist and flavorful.

Don’t be frightened by this introduction; once you make this mango cake, you’ll see how easy it is. It takes 30 minutes to prepare everything and one hour to bake. 

Mango with layers of fluffy sponge cake—how can you go wrong? You may get similar mango cakes at Asian bakery shops, but this one is even more delicious. Mango-filled with the fluffiest sponge cake you’ve ever baked, this will make you question your bakery loyalty. You’ve found the ideal sponge cake foundation here.

I’ve spent years in the kitchen searching for the ideal cotton sponge cake with a light, airy texture and just enough structure to hold this fruit cake and whipped topping fillings. Italian “Pan Di Spagna” is one of my favorite desserts (it’s a basic sponge cake with unlimited topping and filling possibilities). I even use mango as a filling for Italian sponge cake most of the time. 

While I still enjoy using the sponge cake recipe I posted earlier this year; this one tastes even better. If you want the perfect cotton sponge cake, follow these steps.

Fresh Mango Cake Recipe

Ingredients you’ll need

Mangoes

Egg yolks and Egg whites

Milk

Vegetable oil

Cornstarch

All-purpose flour

Sugar

Salt

Thickened cream

Vanilla extract

Mango Cake ingredients

How to make Mango Cake

Scroll to the recipe box for a detailed mango cake recipe with ingredients and measurements. Also, be sure to check the tips for each stake of making the cake at the end of the article. 

For the sponge cake

Step 1: Set the oven to fan-forced 320 F (160°C). Use parchment paper to line the bottom of a 6-inch cake pan.

Step 2: Mix the egg yolks, vegetable oil, milk, and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add the flour and salt, then whisk just until incorporated.

Step 3: Using a stand mixer bowl with a whisk attachment, beat the sugar and egg whites until they form stiff peaks.

Step 4: Fold the meringue into the mixture of egg yolks in three portions, trying not to collapse the bubbles. Fill the cake pan with the cake batter. Place the cake pan in a bigger baking pan filled with 1/2 inch of boiling water.

Step 5: Bake the cake for 1 hour. You’ll know it’s done because it should bounce back when you touch it. To cool, use a wire rack.  Once the cake is cool, pass a knife around the pan’s edge and turn it over. Wrap in plastic wrap and put in the fridge

For the whipped cream

Step 1: Cream, vanilla extract, and sugar should all be combined in the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Whisk until medium-stiff peaks form.

Step 2: Refrigerate until you’re ready to assemble the cake. 

Assemble the cake

Step 1: Peel your mangoes and slice each one into 6-8 cubes. Cut the leftover mango into thin pieces.

Step 2: Split the cake into three equal size layers. Put a cake layer on a turntable, then spread a thin coating of cream over the cake. Place the pieces of mango that have been thinly cut on top of the cream, and then cover them with additional cream. Place the second layer of sponge cake on top. Repeat the process, then cover it with the last layer of sponge cake.

Step 3: Spread a thin layer of cream over the surface of the cake using a palette knife, and as you do so, spin the turntable to achieve a smooth finish. To create a border around the edge of the cake using the leftover cream, place it in a piping bag with a star tip attached to it.

Step 3: Mango cubes can be used as decoration; after decorating, chill the cake for a few hours before serving.

Fresh Mango Cake Recipe

FAQs

How to store mango cake?

If kept in an airtight container, this mango cake can keep for up to three days in the refrigerator.

Can I add different fruits to this cake?

Absolutely, yes! Feel free to combine your favorite fruits or alter the fruits around to suit your preferences.

Why did my sponge cake collapse?

Your sponge cake was probably underbaked if it lost too much of its airy texture. There are a few reasons why this may be the case: The cake wasn’t cooked long enough, the water bath had too much water, and the oven temperature was too low.

Mango Cake Recipe

Fresh and juicy mango and fluffy, cotton-soft sponge cake make up this mango cake, which is then topped with delicate vanilla whipped cream.

Prep Time: 35 minutes

Cook Time: 60 minutes

Calories: 420

Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake

  • 3 Egg yolks
  • 3 Egg whites
  • ¼ cup of Whole Milk
  • 3 TBSP of Vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup of Cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup of All-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup of White sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Whipped Cream

  • 2 cups of Thickened cream
  • ½ cup of White sugar
  • 1 tsp of Vanilla extract

For the Assembly

  • 2 mangoes, large

Instructions

For the cake:

  • Set the oven temperature to 320 F, fan forced.
  • Use parchment paper to line the bottom of a 6-inch cake pan.
  • Mix the milk, egg yolks, vegetable oil, and cornstarch in a medium bowl.
  • Add the flour and salt, then whisk just until incorporated.
  • In the stand mixer bowl with a whisk attachment, beat the sugar and egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  • Fold the meringue into the egg yolk mixture in three additions, being careful not to collapse the bubbles.
  • Pour the cake batter into the baking pan.
  • Place the cake pan in a bigger baking pan and add 1/2 inch of boiling water to the pan.
  • Bake the cake for 60 minutes. You’ll know when it’s done when you push it a bit; it should bounce back. When it’s done, place it on a wire rack to chill. 
  • When the cake is cool, run a knife along the edge of the pan and flip it over. Place it in the fridge till you’re ready to assemble it. 

For the whipped cream

  • Mix the sugar, cream, and vanilla extract in the stand mixer bowl with a whisk attachment. Whisk the mixture until firm peaks form.
  • Refrigerate until assembly.

Assembling the cake

  • Peel the mangoes, cut each into 6 to 8 squares, and cut the remaining mango into thin slices.
  • Cut the sponge cake into three layers equally. Put a layer of cake on a turntable and spread a thin layer of cream on top.
  • Add thin slices of mango on top of the cream, and then add more cream on top. Cover it with a second layer of cake.
  • Repeat the procedure, and then put the last sponge layer on top.
  • Spread a thin layer of cream over the cake with a palette knife as you spin the turntable to achieve a smooth finish.
  • Put the rest of the cream in a piping bag and pipe a border around the cake with your preferred tip shape.
  • Place the mango cubes as decoration, then chill for a few hours before serving.

Tips for The Best Mango Cake

Make sure you use an aluminum cake pan that is non-stick.

When baking soft sponge cakes, using a cake tin without a non-stick coating is crucial! The edges of the cake tin serve as a barrier against which the batter can climb while baking. This guarantees the cake’s lofty sides and sturdy structure. In contrast, a non-stick cake tin’s sides would allow the batter to glide down them.

Mix the cornstarch into the egg yolks.

Cornstarch is a crucial component if you want a soft sponge cake that will stay together. To make a softer sponge cake, we can reduce the quantity of gluten formed during mixing by substituting part of the flour with cornstarch. Because flour tends to make baked goods harder, it’s important to mix the cornstarch and other wet ingredients thoroughly to integrate it before folding in the flour.

Don’t overmix the flour.

Contrary to cornstarch, overmixing flour may make a cake difficult or gummy. This is due to the fact that the more you mix flour, the more likely it is to develop gluten networks. Gluten provides bread its chewy texture and structure, but we don’t want that in a cake. Use a whisk to gently incorporate the flour in after sifting it into the egg yolk mixture until just blended.

The egg yolk mixture should be lightened before adding to the remaining meringue.

The most common method for preparing sponge cakes involves adding the meringue to the mixture of egg yolks and gently folding it in. This approach, in my opinion, raises the risk of undermining. When you undermix a sponge cake, the meringue and egg yolk mix will separate during baking, which is what results in a rubbery egg-like base.

To avoid this, add a third of the meringue and blend thoroughly with the egg yolk mixture. After that, add your meringue to the lighter egg yolk mixture, and fold just until incorporated. This technique ensures that the ingredients are well combined while preventing the meringue from collapsing.

Bake the cake in a water bath.

A water bath is crucial for a variety of reasons. A water bath evens out the oven’s temperature, making the atmosphere wet enough for the cake to rise without sharp rises and noticeable splits. A water bath aids in the retention of moisture in the batter during baking, giving the sponge a softer feel.

Avoid overfilling the water bath since doing so might reduce the oven’s temperature and lengthen the time it takes to bake the cake. I advise adding enough boiling water to a large baking tray to fill it to the top of the cake pan, or 1/2 inch. As the water bath is primarily required during the first stages of cake baking, don’t worry if it dries up throughout baking.

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Fresh Mango Cake Recipe

 

Juicy Italian Meatballs Recipe with Tomato Sauce

Juicy Italian Meatballs Recipe with Tomato Sauce

Delicate and juicy Italian meatballs cooked with garlic, parsley, fresh bread crumbs, eggs, pork, veal, and beef can be enjoyed on their own or tossed with spaghetti and tomato sauce. Tomato sauce is included in this recipe, so no worries.  You will thank yourself in Read More