Air Fryer Brownies
These Air Fryer Brownies bake into fudgy chocolate squares with Dutch-process cocoa, melted coconut oil or butter, and chocolate chips. They are a practical small-batch dessert when you want warm brownies without turning on the oven.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Small air fryer-safe baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder sifted if lumpy
- 1/16 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons coconut oil or unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg about 50 grams out of shell
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips plus mini chips for topping
Instructions
- Line a small air fryer-safe baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease any exposed sides.
- Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, whisk the melted coconut oil or butter with the sugar and vanilla, then whisk in the egg.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until the batter is thick and smooth.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, spread the batter into the prepared pan, and sprinkle mini chips on top.
- Preheat the air fryer to 320°F for 2-3 minutes, then air fry the brownies for 13-16 minutes.
- Cool the brownies in the pan for at least 15 minutes before lifting out and slicing.
Notes
Storage: Store cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Wrap individual brownies tightly and freeze for up to 2 months, then thaw before reheating or serving.
Reheating: Warm one brownie in the air fryer at 300°F for 2-3 minutes, checking early so the edges do not dry out.
Air Fryer Tips: Use a small pan that fits with airflow space around the sides, and start checking at 13 minutes because models vary.
Extra Crispy Tips: A metal pan and a short cooling time help the edges set with a chewy finish while keeping the center fudgy.
Variations: Add chopped walnuts, pecans, white chocolate chips, espresso powder, or a small pinch of flaky salt on top.