Brownies bake beautifully in the air fryer — a small tin gives a fudgy middle and that prized crackly top in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a small batch. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How long do brownies take in an air fryer?
A: Air fry brownies at 160°C (320°F) for 15–18 minutes in a small lined tin. A slightly gooey middle is perfect.
Q: What tin do you use?
A: A small (around 15cm) cake tin or silicone mould that fits the basket, lined or greased.
The method
The key is a tin small enough to fit your basket and a moderate 160°C so the outside doesn't set before the middle cooks. Pull them while the centre still has a slight wobble — they firm as they cool into fudgy squares.
The recipe
Fudgy Air Fryer Brownies
Ingredients
- 100g dark chocolate, 75g butter
- 100g sugar, 2 eggs
- 50g flour, 2 tbsp cocoa
- Pinch of salt
Method
- Melt chocolate and butter; stir in sugar and eggs.
- Fold in flour, cocoa and salt.
- Pour into a lined tin; air fry at 160°C for 15–18 min.
- Cool fully before slicing.
Tips
- Line the tin so they lift out cleanly.
- Don't overbake — a slight wobble means fudgy.
- Cool fully before cutting for clean squares.
Frequently asked questions
Can you bake brownies in an air fryer?
Yes — in a small lined tin at 160°C for 15–18 minutes. The result is fudgy in the middle with a crackly top.
How do you know when air fryer brownies are done?
The top should be set with a slight wobble in the centre. They firm up as they cool, so don't overbake.
What size tin fits an air fryer?
A small cake tin or silicone mould around 15cm usually fits. Check your basket dimensions before you start.