Ham and cheese fritters from the hot air fryer

Cooking 12. March 2025

Ham and cheese fritters from the hot air fryer

Immerse yourself in delicious carnival delights with our ham and cheese doughnuts from the hot air fryer! These crispy treats are a real classic that every carnival fan knows and loves - but here in a savory version. Filled with ham and spicy cheese, these doughnuts are an absolute treat for any party or cozy get-together. Whether for a celebration or simply as a hearty snack between meals. So get frying and get into the carnival spirit with every bite!

Preparation 15 minutes Preparation 20 minutes

100 g butter
280 g wheat flour type 405
5 eggs
100 g cheese (e.g. Gouda or Cheddar)
100 g cooked ham
Salt, pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Herb quark, to serve

Preparation

Bring the butter and 400 ml water to the boil in a pan.
Add the flour all at once and stir well until a white layer forms at the bottom of the pan.
Remove from the heat and set aside.
Grate the cheese and cut the ham into small cubes.
Place the flour and water mixture in a food processor and knead with the dough hook.
Add the eggs one at a time and knead well.
Fold the grated cheese and diced ham into the batter. Season with salt and pepper.
Brush your hands lightly with vegetable oil.
Shape the dough into 24 equal-sized balls and place on the baking paper-lined grids of the air fryer.
Preheat the air fryer to 200 °C and bake the doughnuts individually at 200 °C for 20 minutes until golden brown.
Serve with herb quark and enjoy!