Quick & Fluffy Air Fryer Cupcakes
These adorable little air fryer cupcakes come together in just 15 minutes using pantry staples you already have on hand. Perfectly fluffy and golden, they work great plain or with a touch of cocoa for a chocolatey twist.
🛒 Ingredients
6 servings
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp demerara sugar (or light brown sugar)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Add the eggs one at a time and whisk until well incorporated.
- 3
Pour in the melted butter and stir until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- 4
Fold in the baking powder. For chocolate cupcakes, stir in the cocoa powder at this stage.
- 5
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each cupcake liner.
- 6
Place the liners in the air fryer basket and cook at 180 °C (355 °F) for 5 minutes, until risen and golden.
- 7
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra indulgence, fold a handful of chocolate chips into the batter or top each cupcake with a dollop of jam right after baking. Use a toothpick to check doneness — it should come out clean.
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