Air Fryer Cookies
Ready in about 22 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Soft-centred cookies with lightly crisp edges, baked in tiny batches whenever the craving hits. The air fryer is perfect for quick cookies without heating the oven.
Ingredients
- 115 g butter, softened
- 100 g brown sugar
- 50 g caster sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 180 g plain flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 150 g chocolate chips
Method
- 1Beat the butter and sugars until creamy, then mix in the egg and vanilla.
- 2Fold in the flour, baking soda and chocolate chips.
- 3Scoop small balls of dough onto air fryer-safe baking paper with space between them.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 160°C / 320°F.
- 5Air fry for 6-8 minutes until the edges are set and the centres still look slightly soft.
- 6Cool for a few minutes before moving, because they firm up as they rest.
Tips for the best results
- Bake in small batches so the cookies have room to spread.
- Slightly underbake for the best chewy middle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer cookies?+
Cook at 160°C / 320°F for 6-8 min.