Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
A quick and easy way to make delicious chocolate chip cookies using an air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer Standard size (3-5 quart)
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
- 1 Electric mixer or whisk For creaming butter and sugars
- 1 Baking sheet Small
- 1 Silicone baking mat or parchment paper For lining baking sheet
- 1 Cookie scoop or tablespoon For portioning dough
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
- 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Brown sugar Packed
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix dough: Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in chocolate chips.
- Portion dough: Using a cookie scoop, portion dough into 1-inch balls.
- Bake: Place cookies in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Cool in air fryer for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
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Tips: For chewier cookies, bake for less time. For crispier cookies, bake for longer time.
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Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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Freezing: Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months for future baking.
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Variations: Add nuts or different types of chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.