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Fudgy Air Fryer Brownies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 small slices

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 

  • 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.
Author: Deepali Ohri
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American