Fudgy Air Fryer Brownies
These delicious air fryer brownies are small-batch, rich in chocolate, and perfect for quick treats without the fuss of heating the oven.
Ingredients
Brownie Batter Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons butter Can swap for equal coconut oil or a neutral oil.
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate Alternatively, use chopped unsweetened baking chocolate.
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Adjust for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour Use 1:1 GF blend for gluten-free option.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Can replace with 3/4 cup granulated and 1/4 cup brown sugar for chewiness.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray a 7-inch round cake pan or a 6-inch square pan with non-stick spray. Line with parchment if you prefer easier removal.
- Preheat your air fryer to 310°F.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and unsweetened chocolate. Melt in 20–30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt until mostly combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla. Mix until the batter is smooth and glossy — don’t overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Cooking
- Place the pan in the air fryer basket and set the timer for 18 minutes.
- Check for doneness at 18 minutes; you want a few moist crumbs on a toothpick. Add 1–4 more minutes if needed.
- Remove from the air fryer and cool on a rack for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Store cooled brownies in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 4 days in the refrigerator. Wrap tightly for freezing up to 3 months.