There are days when you’re craving something chocolatey and comforting, but the thought of turning on the oven feels like too much effort — especially when it’s warm, or you’re tired, or you just want dessert now.
That’s exactly when these Air Fryer Brownies shine.
No fancy equipment.
No waiting forever.
Just a mixing bowl, a whisk, and your air fryer.
These brownies turn out soft, fudgy in the center with that light crackle on top that reminds you of bakery-style brownies. The best part? They’re small-batch, so perfect for when you want to treat yourself, your kids, or guests — without making (and eating!) a whole tray.
If you’re new to baking in the air fryer — welcome.
It’s honestly magical. The hot, circulating air bakes the brownie evenly, and the cooking time is so quick that the dessert is ready before you even realize it.
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Brownies
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No oven needed (yes, truly!)
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Made with pantry ingredients
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Takes less than 20 minutes
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Easy enough for kids and beginner bakers
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Only one bowl to wash — the dream!
And because we melt chocolate chips directly into the batter, the brownies have that deep chocolate flavor that tastes real — not like packet mix.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream… trust me 🤎.
Ingredients (and why they work)
Chocolate Chips:
Semisweet chocolate chips give the perfect sweetness and flavour depth. Some melt into the batter, and some stay melty inside — the best part.
Butter:
Unsalted butter gives richness and flavour. We melt it with the chocolate, so there’s no need to soften it beforehand.
Sugar:
White sugar keeps the edges crisp and the inside fudgy. If you prefer a softer, gooier texture, replace half with brown sugar.
Cocoa Powder:
Use Dutch-process if you have it — it gives a darker colour and richer chocolate taste.
Flour + Salt:
Just enough flour to hold everything together. The salt balances the sweetness beautifully.
Fudgy Air Fryer Brownies
Ingredients
- 45 grams semisweet chocolate chips (¼ cup )
- 57 grams unsalted butter (¼ cup )
- 100 sugar (½ cup )
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 40 grams all-purpose flour (⅓ cup )
- 25 grams cocoa powder (¼ cup )
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (Optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan:Grease a 6-inch round baking pan and line the base with parchment paper.
- Melt Chocolate & Butter:Add chocolate chips and butter to a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:Whisk in sugar, egg, and vanilla until the mixture looks glossy.
- Add Dry Ingredients:Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.Stir in extra chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Air Fry:Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.Preheat air fryer to 150°C. Place the pan in the basket and cook for 15 minutes, or until the top is crackly and the center looks soft-but-set.
- Cool & Serve:Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before removing and slicing.(They will firm up as they cool.)
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Notes
FAQ & Tips
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Can I bake these in a regular oven?
Yes! Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 15–18 minutes. -
Pan options:
6-inch round/square pan works best.
You can use a loaf pan if that fits in your air fryer. -
Want extra fudgy brownies?
Don’t overmix. And don’t overbake.
The center should look slightly underdone when you take it out — it sets while cooling. -
Storing:
Store in an airtight container for 3 days.
Warm in microwave for 10 seconds to soften.
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