Can You Really Make Brownies in an Air Fryer? YES!

Can you make brownies in an air fryer? Yes indeed! Let me show you how to make the best air fryer brownies. These air fryer brownies are not just quick and easy to make, but they are truly some of the best brownies I have ever made. The middle is soft and gooey, the edges are crispy, and they taste seriously good.

Watch my video below for a simple, step-by-step recipe for making brownies in an air fryer. If you enjoy it, don’t forget to like and subscribe for more easy and tasty air fryer recipes!

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I use my Ninja Air Fryer for brownies all the time now – it gives them crispy edges and gooey centers in just 13 minutes without heating up my whole kitchen.

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Why I Love This Air Fryer Brownies Recipe

There’s something about air fryer brownies that just hits different. Maybe it’s the fact that they’re ridiculously easy to make, or maybe it’s that perfect balance of crispy edges and a gooey center. Either way, I’m obsessed. Here’s why:

• Super quick – Unlike the oven, the air fryer is so much faster. I can go from craving brownies to eating them in 20 minutes.
• Perfect texture every time – The edges get slightly crispy while the middle stays soft and fudgy. It’s like magic.
• Minimal cleanup – One bowl, one small baking pan, and no mess. My kind of baking!
• Small-batch friendly – Sometimes, I just want a few brownies instead of a giant tray staring me down. This recipe is perfect for that.
• Great for late-night cravings – No waiting forever for the oven, no unnecessary steps—just mix, air fry, and enjoy.

What You’ll Need

No need for anything fancy—just a few basic ingredients to whip up these air fryer brownies with cocoa powder. Chances are, you already have everything sitting in your kitchen! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Dark or semi-sweet chocolate – ¼ cup (45 grams)
• Butter – 3 tbsp (40 grams)
• Eggs – 2 pieces (room temperature)
• Sugar – ⅓ cup (75 grams)
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon (4 grams)
• Cooking oil – 2 teaspoons (8 grams)
• All-purpose flour – ⅓ cup (40 grams) 
• Dutch-processed cocoa powder – 3 tbsp (15 grams)

I always use Dutch-processed cocoa for my brownies because it gives that deep, intense chocolate flavor without any bitterness. The extra richness makes my brownies taste more luxurious and look professionally dark – everyone thinks I spent hours making them!

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Here Is How To Make Brownies in an Air Fryer

Making these air fryer chocolate brownies is super simple. No complicated steps, no long bake times—just quick, delicious, chocolatey goodness with minimal effort.

Here’s how to make it happen:

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate

Toss your chocolate and butter into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then heat for another 10-15 seconds if needed. Keep stirring until smooth and glossy.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the sugar, and whisk like you mean it! The goal is to get the mixture a little fluffy—it helps create that shiny, crackly top.

Next, pour in the melted chocolate, add the vanilla and oil, and mix until everything looks rich and glossy.

Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients

Sift in the flour and cocoa powder (yes, sifting makes a difference!). Gently fold everything together until you have a thick, smooth batter. Don’t overmix—just stir until there are no dry spots.

Tip: Overmixing can make brownies tough instead of fudgy. Fold gently with a spatula and stop as soon as everything is combined.

Step 4: Air Fry the Brownies

Line a small baking pan with parchment paper (make sure it fits inside your air fryer). Pour in the batter, smooth it out, and pop it into your air fryer at 200°C (390°F) for 10-13 minutes.

Step 5: Check for That Perfect Brownie Texture

The top should be glossy with little cracks, and the edges will start pulling away from the pan. The center might look slightly underdone, but that’s exactly what makes them soft and fudgy! If you like them more set, leave them in for an extra minute.

That’s it! Rich, gooey, and ridiculously easy to make. Once you try these Ninja Air Fryer brownies, you may never go back to the oven! Don’t worry, they will work in all the air fryers.

Try This Also! If you love baking in the air fryer, don’t stop at brownies! Try this Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls From Scratch – Soft, fluffy, and loaded with cinnamon-sugar goodness.

How Long to Cook Brownies in an Air Fryer?

Cooking times can vary depending on your air fryer, but here’s a good rule of thumb. If you love your brownies extra fudgy, aim for 10-11 minutes. 

Prefer them a little more set? Go for 13-15 minutes. 

And if you’re using a Ninja Air Fryer like mine, keep an eye on them around the 12-13 minute mark—these machines run a bit hotter and can cook things faster. 

More Air Fryer Recipes to Try

If you’re hooked on baking in the air fryer, you’re going to love these other easy and delicious recipes. They’re quick, require minimal cleanup, and taste just as good (if not better) than oven-baked treats!

• How To Bake Air Fryer Banana Bread – Soft, moist, and packed with banana flavor, this air fryer banana bread is a total game-changer. No need to turn on the oven!
• Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies – Craving something sweet and nutty? These peanut butter cookies are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and ridiculously easy to make.
• Air Fryer Baked Oats Recipe – This feels like dessert but is actually a healthy breakfast. Perfect for meal prepping or when you want a warm, comforting start to your day.
• Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies – Crispy edges, gooey centers, and melty chocolate in every bite. These cookies are proof that baking in the air fryer is the way to go!

Once you start baking in the air fryer, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. It’s faster and easier, and it makes some of the best homemade treats with almost no effort!