Description
These air fryer chocolate chip cookies feature shatteringly crisp edges and a chewy, gooey center. They cook in just 8 minutes without heating up the kitchen, making them perfect for quick, small-batch cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups (155g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 minutes. Line the basket with silicone liners or parchment paper circles.
- In a medium bowl, cream the room-temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix on low speed or by hand until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared liners, leaving at least 1 inch of space between cookies. Press them down slightly to flatten.
- Air fry for 7-9 minutes. Check at the 4-minute mark to monitor browning. The edges should be golden brown and firm, while the centers remain slightly soft.
- Let the cookies sit in the basket for 2 minutes to set before transferring. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
Notes
Air fryers vary in intensity, so watch the first batch closely. If edges burn too fast, lower temperature to 310°F or reduce time. For crispier cookies, increase granulated sugar slightly. Store in a paper bag to maintain crispness; avoid plastic containers which trap moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: air fryer cookies, chocolate chip cookies, crispy edges, easy dessert, quick cookies, air fryer recipes, small batch baking