Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
If you're craving freshly baked chocolate chip cookies but don't want to turn on the oven, meet your new favorite kitchen hack: the Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe.
These cookies are everything you'd want from a classic—crispy on the edges, chewy in the center, loaded with melty chocolate chips—but with less mess, less time, and the convenience of your air fryer.
Whether you live in a small space, want to bake in the summer without heating the whole house, or just want dessert FAST, this guide will show you exactly how to do it.
- Speed – Bakes in just 6–8 minutes
- No preheating required – Saves time and energy
- Perfect for small batches – Bake just a few without waste
- Portable – Great for RVs, dorm rooms, or travel
- Crispy edges, gooey center – The ideal cookie texture
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Tip: Use mini chips or chopped chocolate for faster melting in the air fryer.
Tools Needed
- Air fryer (basket or tray model)
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Silicone liner or parchment paper
- Small cookie scoop or spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
1. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a larger bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar.
3. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
2. Chill the Dough (Optional)
If you want thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
3. Preheat the Air Fryer (if required)
Some air fryers require preheating. If yours does, set it to 325°F (165°C) for 3 minutes.
4. Shape & Place
- Line the air fryer basket or tray with perforated parchment paper.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie.
- Place cookies at least 1 inch apart. Bake in batches.
5. Air Fry
- Cook at 325°F (165°C) for 6–8 minutes.
- Cookies will look slightly underdone—they continue cooking while cooling.
Avoid overbaking. The air fryer cooks fast!
6. Cool & Enjoy
Let cookies rest in the basket for 3–5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Flavor Variations
1. Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip
- Add 1/4 cup chopped soft caramel.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
- Replace half the chocolate chips with peanut butter chips.
3. Vegan Option
- Use plant-based butter and a flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water).
4. Oatmeal Chocolate Chip
- Replace 1/3 cup flour with quick oats.
5. Gluten-Free
- Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Fridge: Keeps for up to a week.
- Freezer: Freeze dough balls or baked cookies for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: 1–2 minutes in the air fryer at 300°F to refresh.
Pro Tip: Store dough balls in the freezer and bake one or two whenever a craving hits.
Using melted butter – leads to flat cookies
Overbaking – cookies get too crispy or dry
Skipping parchment – results in sticking to the basket
Not spacing dough – they can merge and bake unevenly
Learn how to make the best air fryer chocolate chip cookies in under 10 minutes. Crispy, chewy, and full of chocolate. Perfect for small-batch dessert cravings!