Description
Delight in these classic, soft, and chewy chocolate chip cookies made effortlessly in the air fryer. This quick and easy recipe delivers perfectly baked cookies with slightly crispy edges and gooey centers in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175g) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth texture for the cookies.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the vanilla extract and the large egg into the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips to evenly distribute throughout the dough.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) and preheat it for 3-5 minutes, preparing it for baking the cookies.
- Shape the Cookies: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking. Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough balls and roll them gently. Flatten each slightly and arrange them spaced apart in the air fryer basket to allow for spreading during cooking.
- Cook the Cookies: Air fry the cookies at 320°F (160°C) for 6-8 minutes. Cook until the edges turn a golden brown while the centers remain soft and tender.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully transfer the baked cookies to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool slightly before serving warm to enjoy the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; bake the cookies in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and proper spreading.
- Using parchment paper specifically designed for air fryers helps prevent sticking and allows for easy cleanup.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on your air fryer’s model and cookie size; start checking at 6 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to finish cooking on the cooling rack.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
