Pin Rich, fudgy chocolate cookies with a signature crinkled appearance and a slightly crisp exterior, made effortlessly in the air fryer.
I love how these cookies come out perfectly crinkled with minimal effort using the air fryer.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: ½ cup (45 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: ¼ tsp
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Vegetable oil: ¼ cup (60 ml)
- Large eggs: 2
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Powdered sugar: ½ cup (60 g)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Step 3:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (or up to 2 hours for best results).
- Step 5:
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or use a silicone liner.
- Step 6:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
- Step 7:
- Arrange balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each (bake in batches if needed).
- Step 8:
- Air fry at 325°F (165°C) for 7&8 minutes, or until cookies are set with crackled tops.
- Step 9:
- Allow cookies to cool in the basket for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Notes
For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients. Try swapping vanilla extract for orange or peppermint extract for a twist. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, hand mixer or spoon, measuring cups and spoons, air fryer, parchment paper or silicone liner, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains eggs and wheat (gluten). May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on ingredient brands check all labels if allergies are a concern.
Pin These cookies are a wonderful treat that combines ease and rich flavor for any occasion.
Recipe Questions
- → What temperature is best for air frying these cookies?
Air frying at 325°F (165°C) ensures the cookies cook evenly, developing a crisp exterior while keeping a fudgy center.
- → Why should the dough be chilled before air frying?
Chilling firms the dough, preventing excessive spreading and helping maintain the signature crinkled appearance.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients in the dry mix?
You can add ingredients like instant espresso powder for richer flavor, or swap cocoa powder with alternative types to vary tastes.
- → How do I prevent cookies from sticking to the air fryer basket?
Line the basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner before arranging cookie dough balls to avoid sticking.
- → What is the yield of this batch?
This method produces approximately 20 cookies depending on portion size.
- → How long can these cookies be stored?
Keep cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness.