The air fryer is brilliant for cookies when you want a small batch — two or three warm, gooey cookies in 10 minutes, no need to heat a big oven. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How long do cookies take in an air fryer?
A: Air fry cookies at 160°C (320°F) for 8–10 minutes, until just set at the edges but still soft in the middle.
Q: Do they spread?
A: Yes — leave space between them and use a liner, as they spread just like oven cookies.
Times & temperatures
| Type | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Soft / chewy | 160°C / 320°F | 8–10 min |
| Crispier | 170°C / 340°F | 9–11 min |
| Pre-made dough | 160°C / 320°F | 7–9 min |
The recipe
Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 100g flour, ½ tsp baking powder
- 60g soft butter, 60g brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk, splash vanilla
- 60g chocolate chips
Method
- Cream butter and sugar; mix in the rest.
- Roll into balls; chill 10 minutes.
- Air fry on a liner at 160°C for 8–10 min.
- Cool a few minutes — they firm as they sit.
180 kcal
2g protein
22g carbs
9g fat
14g sugar
Tips
- Chill the dough so the cookies don't over-spread.
- Underbake slightly — they set as they cool.
- Make it a pudding spread with brownies and doughnuts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you bake cookies in an air fryer?
Yes — at 160°C for 8–10 minutes. Use a liner, leave space for spreading, and pull them while still soft in the middle.
Why did my air fryer cookies spread too much?
The dough was too warm. Chill the rolled balls for 10 minutes before cooking so they hold their shape.
Can you use shop-bought cookie dough?
Yes — air fry pre-made dough at 160°C for 7–9 minutes, checking early as it can cook a little faster.