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Canarian Banana Cheesecakein the Air Fryer

Recipe by Rubén García on InstagramAdded 8 August 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 50 to cook. This airy Canarian banana cheesecake is a protein-packed dessert that’s surprisingly simple to make in an air fryer. With just cottage cheese, eggs, protein powder, vanilla, and ripe bananas, it turns into a creamy, sweet treat that’s ready in under an hour. Chill it overnight for the best texture and enjoy a guilt‑free indulgence that keeps you fit.

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Method

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.

  2. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and poke a few holes in it.

  3. In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla essence, protein powder, and mashed bananas until smooth.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The mixture is smooth with no large cottage cheese curds. Mash the bananas well before combining.

  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared parchment‑lined mold.

  5. Place the filled mold into the air fryer basket.

  6. Cover the basket with aluminum foil and cook for 45 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The center is mostly set after covered cooking. Keep the foil in place during this stage.

  7. Remove the foil and cook for an additional 5 minutes uncovered.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The top is lightly set after uncovered cooking. Watch the surface as it finishes cooking.

  8. Let the cheesecake cool completely at room temperature.

  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cheesecake is chilled and fully set. Keep it refrigerated until serving.

Tips while you cook

Prepare the basket
Line the air‑fryer basket with parchment paper and poke a few holes before adding the batter.
Cover then uncover
Cover the basket with aluminum foil for the first 45 minutes, then remove the foil for the final 5 minutes.
Cool before refrigerating
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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  2. itzpmartin10 min7 ingr.Only this one uses chocolate protein powder, stevia and crackers
  3. Thomas Colin1 hr6 ingr.Oven
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  5. On est Gourmands20 min8 ingr.Only this one uses biscuits, pistachio paste and pistachio praline
  6. Rubén García1 hr 5 min5 ingr.Only this one uses vanilla essence and protein powder
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