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Crackly-topped air fryer brownies with fudgy centers and crumbly edges. Real homemade feel on a white counter with natural light.

Air Fryer Brownies

Air Fryer Brownies come out perfectly fudgy with crisp tops in just 15–20 minutes. No oven needed, less mess, and rich chocolate flavor every time. Great for quick desserts and small batches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 brownie
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

From Scratch Option
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Add after removing from heat
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour Do not overpack
  • ½ cup Cocoa powder Preferably Dutch-processed
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Espresso powder Optional enhances chocolate
  • ½ cup Chocolate chips Or chunks
Boxed Mix Option
  • 1 box Brownie mix Any preferred brand
  • Oil, water, eggs As per package instructions
  • ½ cup Chocolate chips (Optional) mix-in

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer Basket or oven-style
  • 1 Baking pan Sized to fit in air fryer
  • 1 Mixing bowl Medium-sized
  • 1 Spatula Silicone or offset
  • 1 Parchment paper With overhang for easy lifting
  • 1 Cooling rack Optional, for faster cooling

Method
 

  1. Melt butter and whisk with sugar.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla, stir gently.
  3. Fold in flour, cocoa, salt, and espresso powder.
  4. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Line air fryer-safe baking pan with parchment.
  6. Pour batter in and smooth top.
  7. Air fry at 325°F for 15–20 minutes.
  8. Toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let brownies rest 10–15 minutes before lifting.
  10. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated using automated tools and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For the most accurate results, please calculate using your specific ingredients.