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My air fryer brownies are the fastest and easiest way to a batch of fudgy, gooey brownies. They cook up in just six minutes, and uses pantry staple ingredients: this means no butter, no milk, and no eggs.

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These air fryer brownies are my secret hack to baking brownies in a fraction of the time that oven baking takes. It’s not as fast as a brownie in a mug, but makes a bigger serving, which is perfect when there are a few sweet teeth to satisfy.
Although I have a degree in culinary arts, I’ve only recently started using my air fryer to make a small-batch of brownies. I was skeptical about how the texture would be compared to an oven, but it’s almost identical- they are gooey and soft, with crinkly tops and pools of melted chocolate.
Air Fryer Brownies Recipe Highlights

- Quick and easy: These brownies cook in just six minutes and it needs barely any prep.
- Pantry staple ingredients: No boxed mixes, here. I purposely made them egg-free and milk-free, so it’s super affordable.
- Scale it up or down: One batch of these air fried brownies can serve two for dessert, but you can make two at a time and serve four (what my family does).
Other desserts I make in the air fryer include air fryer donuts, air fryer cookies, air fryer cinnamon rolls, and air fryer s’mores.
★★★★★ REVIEW
“I love these for a quick and simple dessert. I love that it doesn’t need milk or eggs, so I can prep the dry mix in advance.” – Lillia
Key Ingredients
This isn’t the full list of ingredients (scroll down to the recipe card for those). But instead, just a few notes about the main ones:
- All-purpose flour. Sifted first to remove clumps.
- 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.
- Unsweetened applesauce. Cuts down on the fat while keeping the brownies extra fudgy. You can just use extra oil if you prefer.
- Chocolate chips. I always fold through a handful of chocolate chips so there’s mouthfuls of chocolate in every bite.
How to make air fryer brownies
This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Step 1- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients and stir until a thick batter remains.

Step 2- Pour the brownie batter mixture into the greased ramekins and place them in the air fryer basket. Bake the brownies for 4-5 minutes.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Make standard brownies. Double the batter and pour it into a greased 6-inch round cake pan. Also, increase the air frying time to 10 minutes. This makes four generous servings.
- 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. You want to remove them from the air fryer once the tops are crinkly and the sides are firm.
- 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.

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
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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.
Can I make this recipe in oven also? Or just air fryer?
Actually delicious, and so easy thank you
best air fryer brownies recipe!
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!
This is sensational!
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!