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Get instant gratification with my air fryer brownies recipe. They’re fudgy, gooey, and made with no butter, milk, OR eggs!
I love making desserts in my air fryer, like my air fryer donuts, air fryer cookies, or air fryer cinnamon rolls.
My air fryer is probably the most well-worn tool in the kitchen, and recently, I’ve been experimenting with making my favorite desserts!
That’s where these fudgy brownies come in. They’re as easy to make as a mug brownie, but you can make up to four at once. The texture is gooey and soft, with crinkly tops and pools of half-melted chocolate.
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Why I love this recipe
- Ready in 6 minutes. A few minutes of prep time and only 4-5 minutes in the air fryer.
- Naturally milk-free and egg-free. Plus, they’re easy to make gluten-free, too.
- The perfect small batch dessert. This recipe makes just 2 large or 4 small brownies. Hello, portion control!
- Truly made from scratch. There is a time and a place for box brownies mix–just not today.
- Easy to customize. Like any good brownie recipe, you can add your own mix-ins to make them uniquely yours.
Ingredients needed
- All-purpose flour. Sifted first to remove clumps. Use gluten-free flour with added xanthan gum if needed.
- Sugar. I prefer white sugar, but brown or coconut sugar work.
- Cocoa powder. I used unsweetened, Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a smoother chocolate flavor. Sift it along with the flour to remove clumps.
- Salt. Amplifies the other ingredients.
- Oil. Use any neutral-flavored oil.
- Unsweetened applesauce. Cuts down on the fat while keeping the brownies extra fudgy.
- Water OR milk. I tested water and unsweetened almond milk, and I didn’t notice any difference in flavor or texture.
- Vanilla extract. A must for any good brownie.
- Chocolate chips. For extra chocolate flavor.
How to make air fryer brownies
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1- Mix. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients and stir until a thick batter remains. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 2- Air fry. Pour the brownie batter mixture into the greased ramekins and place them in the air fryer basket. Bake the brownies for 4-5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Make standard brownies. Pour the batter into a greased 6-inch round cake pan and increase the air frying time to 10 minutes.
- Don’t let the brownies cool in the basket. If you leave them in the air fryer, the heat from the base will overcook them.
- Add some mix-ins. Whisk in fresh berries, walnuts, sprinkles, or white chocolate chips.
Storage instructions
To store: Leftover brownies should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for up to one week.
To freeze: Remove the brownies from the ramekin and freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to two months.
Frequently asked questions
No, the base doesn’t need to be lined because the brownies are baked in ramekins. If you’re worried the ramekins are too small, line the basket with parchment paper to catch any drippings.
No, I don’t recommend using other types of flour in this recipe. Instead, try my almond flour brownies or coconut flour brownies instead.
I don’t recommend adding an egg unless you prefer super bouncy and cakey brownies.
More easy brownies you’ll enjoy
- Black bean brownies
- Sweet potato brownies
- No-bake brownies
- Microwave brownies
- Or any of my brownie recipes
Air Fryer Brownies
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons all purpose flour sifted * See notes
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar ** See notes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup oil any neutral flavored oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or more oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 180C/350F.
- In a mixing bowl, add the all purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt, and mix well. Add the oil, applesauce, water, and vanilla extract, and mix until a thick brownie batter remains. Fold through the chocolate chips.
- Grease 4 small oven-safe ramekins. Evenly distribute the brownie batter amongst them all. Place the ramekins in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the brownies for 4-5 minutes, or until the top of the brownies are mostly set.
- Remove the brownies from the air fryer and remove them from the air fryer basket. Let them cool slightly, before enjoying.
Notes
Nutrition
Originally published March 2022, updated and republished August 2024
The serving size was just what I wanted, however the texture came out too gritty and not at all fudgy like the kind of brownies I prefer. I believe it was because the recipe only called for cocoa powder for the chocolate flavor, and not any melted chocolate to add fats for the fudgy texture. I’ll try this again with some melted chocolate in place of most of the cocoa powder and see how it goes.
Wow in air fryer you can make brownoe? I really need to try!
Can i make your sweet potato Brownie in the air fryer?
This turned into a decadent chocolate lava cake!
Sooo amazing! I used monk fruit sugar for a sugar substitute and added coconut flakes on top and it was soo delicious! I’ll be making this often for my sweet tooth!