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Soft air fryer chocolate chip muffins filled with melty chocolate chips and baked until golden brown
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Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Muffins - Quick, Soft, and Perfectly Golden

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/3 cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (130 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
  • Optional: 1–2 tbsp coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Prep the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for about 3–5 minutes. Line the basket or tray with 6–8 paper muffin liners, or place silicone muffin cups inside. Make sure they’re stable and not touching the heating element.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Blend wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, yogurt (or sour cream), melted butter, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine gently: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix—a few small lumps are okay.
  • Fold in chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips. The batter will be thick and spoonable.
  • Fill liners: Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle a few extra chips and coarse sugar on top for a bakery look.
  • Air fry: Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 10–13 minutes, depending on your air fryer and muffin size. Rotate the tray halfway through if your model has hot spots.
  • Check doneness: A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter. Tops should be lightly golden.
  • Cool briefly: Let muffins rest in the cups for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool. Enjoy warm while the chips are melty.