Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional for extra gooeyness)
Instructions
- Measure all your ingredients carefully to ensure the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Pre-melt your butter to a warm, liquid state for easy mixing.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. This will prevent lumps and help create a smooth batter.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in the chocolate chips if using, evenly distributing the chocolate throughout the batter for extra bursts of decadent flavor.
- Lightly grease your baking pan or silicone mold to prevent sticking. Pour the brownie batter evenly into the pan, smoothing the top.
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Place the pan inside and air fry for 15-18 minutes. Use a toothpick inserted into the center to check doneness — it should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Remove the brownies from the air fryer and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into squares. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect Valentine’s Day treat.
Notes
Discover the perfect dessert to celebrate love and sweetness with this delightful recipe for Air Fryer Brownies for Valentine’s Day. This article guides you through making rich, fudgy brownies using an air fryer—a quicker, energy-efficient alternative to traditional oven baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 brownie squares
- Calories: 220 calories
- Sugar: 22 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g