Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional but recommended!)
Instructions
Preheat Air Fryer to 320°F (160°C).
In a bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla; mix until glossy.
Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Pour batter into a greased or parchment-lined air fryer-safe pan (7–8 inch pan works best).
Place pan in air fryer basket and cook for 15–18 minutes.
Check doneness with a toothpick (slightly moist crumbs = perfect!).
Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Don’t overbake—air fryer brownies cook faster than oven versions.
- Use a metal or silicone pan that fits comfortably in your basket.
- Line with parchment for easy removal and clean edges.
- Let brownies cool before cutting for the best texture.
Variations
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Add dollops of peanut butter and swirl before cooking.
- Nutty Crunch: Mix in chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Double Chocolate: Add extra chocolate chips or chunks.
- Salted Caramel: Drizzle caramel and a pinch of sea salt on top before serving.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 3g