Air Fryer Sugar Cookies
Deliciously chewy sugar cookies baked in an air fryer for a quicker and simple baking experience.
Ingredients
To make the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, add the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Crack the large egg into the butter-sugar mixture and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
- Scoop portions of dough and roll them into balls about the size of golf balls.
- Place the dough balls in the air fryer basket with space between them.
Cooking
- Air fry the cookies for approximately 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden around the edges.
- Remove the cookies from the air fryer and allow them to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
For serving, consider topping with sprinkles or icing. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.