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Air Fryer Cookies Recipe

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These Air Fryer Cookies are a quick and easy way to enjoy homemade chocolate chip cookies with perfectly crispy edges and a gooey center. Using an air fryer speeds up the baking process while delivering delicious results in minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and sugars: In a stand mixer, cream together 3/4 cup softened butter, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. This step creates a smooth base for your cookie dough.
  2. Add egg and vanilla: Mix in 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until fully incorporated, which adds moisture and flavor to the dough.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: Add 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep cookies tender.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for bursts of chocolate in every bite.
  5. Chill the dough: Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes or longer; chilling thickens the dough and helps control spreading during cooking.
  6. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 300ºF (150ºC) for 2 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  7. Shape and cook cookies: Place 4 balls of dough (size depending on your preference) on a piece of parchment paper and transfer them carefully into the air fryer basket. Cook for 6-7 minutes, then check doneness. Add an extra minute if needed depending on cookie size.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the cookies set for a couple of minutes after cooking to firm up before serving. Enjoy your warm, fresh air fryer chocolate chip cookies!

Notes

  • Chilling the dough longer will produce thicker cookies with less spread.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches if necessary for even results.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of your cookie dough balls and your air fryer model.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American