Description
These air fryer chocolate chip cookies are the perfect blend of chewy centers and crispy edges—all made in under 30 minutes! A quick, mess-free, and delicious way to enjoy cookies without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional Mix-Ins:
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1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
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1/4 cup oats for a hearty twist
Instructions
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Preheat: Set air fryer to 300°F (150°C) while preparing the dough.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Cream Butter & Sugars: In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
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Add Egg & Vanilla: Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
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Combine: Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
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Fold In: Add chocolate chips and optional mix-ins.
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Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto parchment paper, leaving space between each.
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Air Fry: Place parchment with cookies into basket. Cook 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
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Cool: Remove carefully and let cookies cool on a wire rack.
Notes
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Use room temperature butter and egg for best results.
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Don’t overmix the dough—this keeps cookies soft.
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Air fryers vary, so check 1–2 minutes early to avoid over-baking.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze.